Bill > HB2207

This bill creates the Electric Choice and Competition Law, which aims to transform Missouri's electricity market from a monopoly structure to a competitive market where retail customers can choose their electric suppliers. The bill establishes a phased implementation process beginning 24 months after August 28, 2026, first allowing commercial and industrial customers to select retail electric suppliers, followed by residential customers within 18 months. Key provisions include mandating electric utilities to unbundle their rates, divest generation assets, and provide open access to their transmission systems. The bill creates a comprehensive regulatory framework overseen by the Public Service Commission, including requirements for restructuring plans, default supply services, and a new Office of Retail Market Development and Oversight. The legislation introduces detailed definitions for market participants, establishes licensing requirements for retail electric suppliers, and creates mechanisms for recovering transition costs. The bill also emphasizes consumer protection by requiring customer education programs, establishing processes for data sharing and billing options, and creating mechanisms to prevent anticompetitive conduct. Notably, the bill includes special provisions for energy assistance customers and aims to ensure a fair, transparent transition to a competitive electricity market while maintaining reliability and protecting consumer interests.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2207&year=2026&code=R