Bill > SB969

This bill removes the Energy Facility Siting Council's (EFSC) jurisdiction over certain energy facilities that are located entirely on federal land and are subject to review under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Specifically, the bill applies to clean energy facilities such as non-fossil fuel electric power generating plants, high voltage transmission lines, solar photovoltaic power generation facilities, and certain other electric power generating plants. While these facilities will be exempt from obtaining a site certificate from the EFSC, the bill mandates that project developers must still consult with local governments about potential impacts, engage with the State Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding habitat and migration concerns, conduct habitat assessments, develop mitigation plans, follow administrative rules related to sage-grouse conservation, and comply with state standards for public health, safety, and environmental protection. The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for renewable energy and transmission projects on federal lands by reducing duplicative state-level review while ensuring that environmental and local community considerations are still addressed during the federal review process.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB969