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Lawmakers introduce 'in-state first' energy bill for large facilities, requiring offer to Idaho suppliers
Summary
Representative Levitt introduced RS 32573, an 'in-state first' energy policy requiring facilities of 50 megawatts or greater to obtain conditional use permits and to offer electricity first to Idaho electric suppliers at market rates. The committee approved introduction for further consideration.
Representative Levitt introduced RS 32573, a proposal described as an “in-state first” energy policy intended to ensure Idaho consumers and suppliers get priority access to electricity produced inside the state. Levitt said the measure would apply to energy facilities of 50 megawatts or greater and would require conditional use permits before construction.
Under the sponsor’s description, before selling electricity to…
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