Bill > LB489

This bill amends Nebraska state law to prohibit certain non-governmental entities from operating, maintaining, constructing, or acquiring high-voltage transmission lines and related facilities within the state. Specifically, the bill restricts any entity that is not a public power district, municipality, electric cooperative, or other governmental electric service provider from developing transmission lines carrying more than 700 volts. The bill maintains existing provisions requiring electric suppliers to obtain board approval before constructing transmission lines near military installations and to certify that their facilities do not use components from foreign adversaries. An important exemption is included for transmission lines that were already operated or constructed prior to the bill's effective date. The bill also retains existing exceptions for small transmission line extensions, certain generation facilities, and privately developed renewable energy facilities. The legislative change appears aimed at limiting private sector involvement in electric transmission infrastructure, potentially preserving these activities for public and governmental entities.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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