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GA HB1320
GA HB1320Public utilities; nuclear energy generation facilities in the integrated resource plan; provide
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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/02/2026
04/02/2026
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Code Section 46-3A-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to filing and approval of an integrated resource plan, so as to provide for nuclear energy generation facilities in the integrated resource plan; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Georgia law concerning the filing and approval of integrated resource plans, which are long-term strategies utilities use to plan for future energy needs. Specifically, it adds nuclear energy generation facilities as a type of energy source that must be considered and demonstrated to provide economic, environmental, and other benefits to the state and its customers within these plans. This means that when utilities submit their plans to the commission, they will now be required to include and justify the inclusion of nuclear power alongside other options like energy efficiency, power pooling, and alternative energy sources.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Victor Anderson (R)*,
Robert Dickey (R)*,
Gerald Greene (R)*,
Don Parsons (R)*,
Bill Werkheiser (R)*,
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73249 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242731 |
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