Bill > HF2553

This bill eliminates the existing legal provisions that define and protect the rights of incumbent electric transmission owners in Minnesota. Specifically, the bill repeals Minnesota Statutes section 216B.246, which previously outlined specific rights for utility companies, power districts, and other entities that own and operate electric transmission lines. Under the current law, these incumbent transmission owners had the right to construct, own, and maintain electric transmission lines that were approved in federally registered transmission plans and connected to their existing facilities. The law also established a procedure where these owners would notify the state commission of their intent to build transmission lines within 60 days of approval, and provide explanations if they chose not to proceed. By repealing this entire section, the bill removes these specific protections and procedural requirements, potentially opening the door for more competitive or alternative approaches to electric transmission line development in the state. The repeal affects transmission lines with a capacity of 100 kilovolts or more, which are considered significant electric infrastructure.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2553&ssn=0&y=2025