HB 2429 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in restructuring of electric utility industry, providing for hosting capacity maps.

This bill requires electric distribution companies in Pennsylvania to create and publish online maps showing how much additional power their local grids can support. These maps must be updated every two months and include details on available capacity, existing power sources, and any grid limitations that could affect new connections. The legislation also mandates that utilities provide clear, standardized information about reliability issues and planned upgrades to help customers and businesses plan their energy needs. Additionally, the bill establishes a process for individuals to request specific grid data and ensures that utilities cannot unfairly deny access to this information.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Jun 2026
House Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 20, 2026 Last action Jun 18, 2026
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What changed between versions

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MODERATE
The bill was updated to reflect amendments made during the second House consideration, expanding the number of sponsoring representatives and adding a new definition for 'eligible person.' The changes clarify who can access hosting capacity maps, ensuring only those involved in legitimate energy projects or engineering can use the data, while also strengthening the commission's authority to set uniform standards and enforce compliance.
Scope change
The bill's applicability was narrowed by adding a new definition of 'eligible person,' restricting access to hosting capacity maps for specific energy professionals and contractors rather than the general public.
ELIGIBILITY

Access to hosting capacity maps is now restricted to 'eligible persons,' defined as licensed engineers, certified solar professionals, and other energy industry practitioners, rather than being open to any person.

REQUIREMENT

The commission's authority to establish reporting standards was strengthened from 'may' to 'shall,' requiring uniform standards for data format and map interface within nine months.

The preapplication report requirements were clarified to provide locational information to 'a person' proposing interconnection, removing ambiguity about who must receive this data.

DEFINITION

A new definition of 'eligible person' was added, listing specific licenses and certifications (e.g., Pennsylvania Professional Engineer, Solar Professional) that qualify for map access.

ENFORCEMENT

The complaint process section was updated to apply specifically to 'an eligible person' who believes access was denied, aligning enforcement with the new eligibility criteria.

Floor votes · House Jun 9, 2026

How they voted

2010
Passed
Total votes 201
Jun 9, 2026
D Democratic102
102 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican99
99 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
11
Key actions
4
Committee
4
Amendments
1
Jun 18, 2026
Committee
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
upper
Jun 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Third consideration and final passage
lower
Jun 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Re-reported as committed
lower
Jun 9, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (201-0)
house
Jun 9, 2026
Committee
Re-committed to Appropriations
lower
May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported as amended
lower
Apr 20, 2026
Committee
Referred to Energy
lower
1 primary · 15 co-sponsors

Sponsors