Bill > SB1003

This bill directs the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to establish new rules ensuring the state's electric grid is affordable and reliable by implementing specific requirements for power generation and grid management. The bill defines several technical terms including "firming power" (backup power for at least 48 hours), "intermittent generation" (power from sources like solar or wind), and "on-demand power" (electricity from consistent sources controllable within 8 hours). The Commission must ensure that: new power generation resources are selected based on the lowest total monetary cost, existing generation resources are not retired prematurely, the grid maintains a guaranteed power capacity at least 115% of peak net load, power resources meet continuous operating requirements during extreme weather, and system-wide power loss events occur no more than once per decade. The bill prohibits approving new intermittent generation sources without adequate firming power and requires the Commission to prioritize guaranteed power capacity when considering generation retirements. Additionally, the Commission must coordinate with regional transmission organizations to develop cost-effective, demand-responsive power policies. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2025, and aims to enhance electrical grid stability and prevent potential power shortages in Oklahoma.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1003&Session=2600