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This bill addresses the Microgrid Incentive Program by requiring electrical corporations to report the status of awarded and unallocated funds for the program to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) by January 15, 2026. If the PUC determines that additional actions are needed to advance the program, it must consider using a third-party administrator and ensure that remaining unallocated funds are directed to areas that have experienced two or more deenergization events (planned power shutoffs during high fire risk conditions). The bill prioritizes vulnerable communities, including those with access and functional needs, and critical community infrastructure that supports resilience during power outages. If any funds remain unallocated by January 1, 2027, they must be returned to ratepayers as bill credits. The bill specifically prohibits the PUC from imposing additional charges on ratepayers or collecting additional funds. It also provides clear definitions for key terms like "access and functional needs population," "critical community infrastructure," "deenergization event," and "vulnerable communities," ensuring a precise understanding of the program's scope and target populations.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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