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Senate committee hears bill to alter Missouri electric-utility rules amid reliability concerns
Summary
The Missouri Senate Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and the Environment Committee heard Senate Bill 6, sponsored by Sen. Mike Sirapoy of Lee's Summit, which would modify and create new provisions relating to electric utilities.
The Missouri Senate Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and the Environment Committee heard Senate Bill 6, sponsored by Sen. Mike Sirapoy of Lee's Summit, which would modify and create new provisions relating to electric utilities.
Sen. Mike Sirapoy told the committee his legislation would modify and create new provisions relating to electric utilities. Committee discussion included concern that, as coal plants close and Missouri invests heavily in renewable power, the state may face challenges meeting demand for reliable electricity.
The hearing record provided no schedule for further action; Senate Bill 6 awaits final committee action. Reporting from the state capital, Dean Morgan.
