Relative to the department of energy's 10-year state energy strategy...
Relative to the department of energy's 10-year state energy strategy and removing references to the energy efficiency and sustainable energy board.
This bill, HB189, proposes to update the Department of Energy's 10-year state energy strategy and remove references to the Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Energy Board. The bill was introduced on January 7, 2025, and has since been passed and signed into law on July 22, 2025. The changes affect the state's energy policy by focusing on long-term energy planning and removing certain board references.
The bill primarily impacts policymakers, energy planners, and stakeholders in the energy sector. By revising the strategy, it aims to ensure that the state's energy policies are aligned with current and future needs. The removal of board references streamlines the energy governance structure, potentially improving efficiency.
Recent key actions include the bill's passage in both the House and Senate, with amendments adopted and a final vote of approval. The Governor signed the bill on July 15, 2025, and it became law on September 13, 2025. The bill’s history shows multiple hearings, committee reviews, and adjustments before its final approval.