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House approves bill limiting state contracting with politically governed out-of-state grid operators
Summary
The House passed a bill aimed at blocking state contracting with governmental entities that could cede control over Idaho transmission to an out‑of‑state political authority; proponents cited CAISO concerns and Bonneville Power Administration findings.
The Idaho House on March 25 approved House Bill 4 15, a measure aimed at preventing contracts with governmental entities whose governance structure could give another state political control over transmission facilities inside Idaho.
Lede and context: The sponsor, a representative from District 3, said the bill is narrowly tailored to preserve Idaho authority over transmission: “Idaho should be regulating our electric activities through a fair structure and not California politicians,” the sponsor said during opening remarks, citing concerns about…
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