Relating to utilities; prescribing an effective date.
Summary
Establishes ability of retail electricity consumer to purchase electricity generated by eligible renewable energy resources and certain ancillary services directly from entity that is not distribution utility that meets specified conditions. Changes requirements for entity that is not distribution utility from which retail electricity consumer directly may purchase electricity. Becomes operative January 1, 2018. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2017
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 2, 2017
Last action Jul 8, 2017
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Jul 8, 2017
Legislature · Reported by committee
In committee upon adjournment.
Mar 3, 2017
Legislature · Referred to committee
Referred to Business and Transportation.
Mar 2, 2017
Legislature · Introduced
Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.
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