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Senate committee hears bill to speed reconductoring by creating categorical SEPA exemption for certain upgrades
Summary
House Bill 1819 would create a categorical exemption under the State Environmental Policy Act for reconductoring or rebuilding existing power lines within existing rights‑of‑way in previously disturbed lands, while requiring tribal and archaeological notifications; utilities and conservation groups testified in support.
The Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Committee heard public testimony on Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1819, which would add a categorical exemption to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) for certain utility actions that upgrade or rebuild existing electric power lines within existing rights‑of‑way or previously disturbed lands.
Committee staff explained the exemption covers upgrading or rebuilding lines, including limited relocations or right‑of‑way widening to meet current electrical standards, provided the work occurs in previously disturbed or developed lands. Staff…
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