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FSEC highlights tribal‑consultation bill progress and circulates new tribal consultation policy

Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (FSEC) · February 18, 2026

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FSEC staff reported that Substitute House Bill 2496 on tribal consultation passed the House and was scheduled for the Senate environment committee; staff also circulated a new outward‑facing tribal consultation policy for a 90‑day tribal comment period and plan to host virtual meetings with tribal leaders before finalizing the policy in April.

FSEC staff briefed the council Feb. 18 on legislative and tribal‑consultation developments and on a new internal and outward‑facing tribal consultation policy.

Lisa McLean said Substitute House Bill 2496 concerning tribal consultation conducted by FSEC passed the House (vote reported in the meeting) and had been scheduled for…

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