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OR SB1160
Relating to the deployment of renewable energy projects; prescribing an effective date.
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
04/08/2025
04/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells ODOE to study making some renewable energy projects in this state. Tells ODOE to give a report on the study. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.2). Digest: Tells ODOE to study the costs and benefits of renewable energy projects in this state. Directs ODOE to give a report on its findings. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.7). Requires the State Department of Energy to carry out a cost-benefit analysis on deploying study developing certain renewable energy projects in this state. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to energy not later than September 30, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill directs the State Department of Energy (ODOE) to conduct a comprehensive study on renewable energy projects in Oregon, focusing on three specific types of projects: qualifying facilities under state and federal regulations, and small-scale renewable energy projects with a generating capacity of 20 megawatts or less. The study will examine the financial costs of developing these projects and analyze potential secondary benefits such as energy resiliency and reliability. ODOE is required to collect necessary data from project owners, developers, and public utilities, with assistance from the Public Utility Commission, while balancing public information needs with the proprietary interests of project owners and utility providers. The department must submit a report to the legislative energy committees by September 30, 2026, which may include legislative recommendations. The bill includes a sunset provision that repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, and will take effect 91 days after the adjournment of the 2025 regular legislative session. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of renewable energy project development and its potential impacts in Oregon.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President. (on 04/08/2025)
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