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House passes bill to speed new generation by recognizing surplus grid interconnection
Summary
The House approved HB 4076 to let new energy projects locate within a two‑mile locational dependency of existing interconnection points when they reuse surplus capacity, aiming to reduce land‑use impacts and speed needed generation.
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…
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