Bill > HB1290

This bill modifies existing law regarding customer energy storage systems by clarifying the roles of the department of energy (DOE) and the public utilities commission (PUC). The bill first adds a definition of "department" to mean the department of energy. It then shifts primary responsibility for energy storage policy from the PUC to the DOE, requiring the DOE to adopt rules about the installation and interconnection of energy storage systems, while allowing the PUC to approve related tariffs and issue orders consistent with those rules. The legislation specifically addresses customer-owned energy storage systems and maintains existing net energy metering principles and electrical permit requirements. The bill preserves the ability of the DOE and PUC to work together in developing policies that govern how customers can install and use energy storage technologies, such as home batteries, while ensuring appropriate regulatory oversight. The changes aim to provide clearer guidance and framework for the deployment of energy storage systems by utility customers. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.

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