Subcommittee advances solar-siting bill with substitute emphasizing standards, data collection and local authority
A House subcommittee reported a substitute for HB 711 to set statewide standards for solar projects while preserving local authority; supporters said it will speed sensible projects, while counties and environmental groups warned against a one-size-fits-all approach. The measure was reported by the committee.
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Richmond — The House subcommittee reported a substituted version of House Bill 711 on Jan. 30 after a session of testimony and questions about statewide solar siting standards.
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