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Rep. Levitt introduces 'in-state first' energy policy for large projects; committee introduced the RS
Summary
Representative Levitt introduced RS 32573, a draft 'in-state first' policy that would require energy facilities of 50 megawatts or larger to obtain conditional use permits and offer electricity first to Idaho electric suppliers at market rates; committee voted to introduce the RS for further consideration.
Representative Levitt, R-Twin Falls, requested introduction of RS 32573, describing it as an "in-state first" energy policy intended to prioritize Idaho consumers and businesses when large-scale energy facilities are built in the state.
"This bill requires all energy facilities larger than 50 megawatts to obtain conditional use permits before construction," Levitt said. "Before selling that energy to…
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