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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Makes ODOE do outreach and provide certain support. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.2). Requires the State Department of Energy to coordinate with other organizations, conduct out- reach, establish a statewide navigation and support system and provide information in multiple lan- guages, as part of the department’s single resource for providing information and assistance related to available energy efficiency incentives and programs. Requires the department to create a statewide clearinghouse for energy and energy efficiency incentive programs that uses a single, universal application form and application process. Requires the department to coordinate with and encourage other incentive and program providers to partic- ipate in the statewide clearinghouse. Requires entities to use best practices to maintain the confidentiality and security of information and data as required by law.
AI Summary
This bill aims to enhance the State Department of Energy's role in supporting energy efficiency and incentive programs by expanding its responsibilities and creating new statewide resources. The bill requires the department to develop a single, comprehensive resource that provides information and assistance about energy efficiency incentives, with a focus on accessibility and inclusivity. Specifically, the department must coordinate information exchanges between various agencies and providers, conduct culturally sensitive outreach in multiple languages, and prioritize assistance for low-income, energy-burdened, and at-risk households. The bill mandates the creation of a statewide clearinghouse with a universal application process for energy efficiency programs, which will help streamline access to incentives, cross-check eligibility across different programs, and support comprehensive home energy improvements. Additionally, the department must develop a preferred contractors list, establish a navigation support system including a call center, and provide targeted education about energy technologies, financial benefits, and maintenance. Throughout these efforts, the bill emphasizes maintaining the confidentiality and security of personal information in compliance with existing state and federal laws. The overall goal is to make energy efficiency programs more accessible, efficient, and helpful to a wide range of Oregon residents.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Referred to Energy and Environment, then Ways and Means. (on 01/17/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB89 |
Open Government Impact Statement for SB89 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/85283 |
BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB89/Introduced |
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