Bill > LB43

This bill modifies Nebraska's regulations for electric generation facilities, transmission lines, and renewable energy projects, with a particular focus on facilities near military installations. The bill introduces new definitions, including terms like "electronic-related" and "foreign adversary," and establishes stricter requirements for electric suppliers constructing facilities within ten miles of military installations. Specifically, electric suppliers must now provide written certification to the Nebraska Power Review Board that their facilities contain no electronic-related equipment manufactured by foreign adversaries. The bill allows for exceptions if the board preapproves the use of such equipment after determining that there are no reasonable alternatives and that not using the equipment would cause greater harm to the state. Additionally, the legislation updates notice and certification requirements for privately developed renewable energy generation facilities, including mandating public meetings for larger projects and ensuring compliance with decommissioning plans. The bill also provides mechanisms for enforcement, including potential fines and the ability to halt construction for non-compliance, and includes an emergency clause to make the act effective immediately upon approval.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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