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Panel introduces RS 32218 C1 to limit out‑of‑state transfer of electricity in new transmission projects
Summary
RS 32218 C1 would require that at least 75% of electricity capacity in a transmission line built using eminent domain be used in Idaho; sponsors said the change applies prospectively to new lines and does not affect existing transmission.
Representative John Gannon, sponsor of RS 32218 C1, told the House State Affairs Committee the draft responds to concerns that out‑of‑state interests are taking Idaho energy for use elsewhere. Gannon said the measure would place a condition on the extraordinary eminent domain remedy available to public utilities: if eminent domain is used to obtain rights for a transmission line, at least 75% of the energy capacity carried by that new line must serve Idaho customers.
Gannon said the change is prospective and would not affect existing transmission lines. He also…
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