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Committee backs measures asking utilities to address workforce, local hiring when building renewable projects
Summary
Two bills (including SB 824 and SB 823) generated discussion and committee votes about adding workforce-development, local-hire and safety considerations to State Corporation Commission review of utility renewable projects; committee reported SB 824 after adopting language and debate.
Senators debated proposals to require utilities building renewable energy projects to include workforce and local‑hire plans for State Corporation Commission review. Sponsors said the measures would ensure construction and operations create local employment opportunities, advance apprenticeship training and prioritize historically disadvantaged communities and veterans when feasible.
Supporters included building…
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