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This bill amends Arizona state law to add new requirements for public service corporations (utility companies) during their integrated resource planning process and when retiring electric generation plants. Specifically, the bill mandates that when utilities make modifications to maintain or improve the electric power grid, they must ensure these changes are capable of producing sufficient electricity to provide safe, reliable service throughout the entire year. Additionally, when a utility company retires an existing electric generation plant, the bill requires the Arizona Corporation Commission to verify that the replacement plant can provide equal or better reliable electric generation that ensures safe and adequate service. These provisions aim to maintain the stability and reliability of Arizona's electrical infrastructure by requiring proactive planning and assessment of electric generation capabilities during grid improvements and plant retirements.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82689