Bill > HB1272

This bill modifies Pennsylvania's electric utility regulations by introducing new provisions to address potential electricity supply challenges. The legislation defines key terms like "resource adequacy" (having sufficient electricity supply) and "new generation resource" (newly constructed electric generation facilities), and allows electric distribution companies to petition the state utility commission to address potential electricity supply shortages. If a resource inadequacy is determined, electric distribution companies can invest in new generation resources, including direct ownership of facilities or entering long-term agreements with generation resource developers. The bill enables companies to recover their investment costs through a non-bypassable customer surcharge and provides financial incentives for developing new electricity generation capabilities. The bill expands the types of generation resources that can be considered, including natural gas, nuclear energy, battery storage, and alternative energy sources. It also modifies existing regulations around default service providers' electricity procurement, giving them more flexibility in contract duration and removing some previous restrictions on contract types and proportions. The changes aim to enhance electricity grid reliability and provide more options for addressing potential future supply challenges in Pennsylvania's electricity market.

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