Bill > SB825

This bill amends existing Oregon state laws related to energy program reporting requirements and energy conservation efforts. The bill primarily modifies ORS 276.915, which governs how state agencies approach facility construction and renovation, requiring them to incorporate cost-effective energy conservation measures and alternative energy systems. The bill eliminates previous requirements for a mandatory 20% energy reduction by state agencies and instead mandates annual reporting to the State Department of Energy about facility energy use. The reporting requirements are designed to minimize costs and avoid duplicating existing building energy performance standard reports. The State Department of Energy is granted expanded rulemaking authority to establish guidelines for energy efficiency in long-term lease agreements, prequalify professionals for energy-related work, and recover administrative costs associated with implementing these provisions. Additionally, the bill removes a previous requirement for biennial reporting on small-scale local energy project funds and simplifies the Director of the State Department of Energy's rulemaking powers. The changes aim to streamline energy conservation reporting and provide more flexible approaches to implementing energy efficiency standards across state facilities.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB825