House passes bill to speed new generation by recognizing surplus grid interconnection

Representative Gamba urged passage of House Bill 4076 on third reading, describing it as a targeted step to accelerate clean energy development while preserving oversight. "House bill 40 76 a at its core is about something very simple, using what we already have more efficiently to meet Oregon's growing energy needs," Gamba said, arguing the approach reduces the need for new transmission and minimizes impacts on sensitive lands.