Montana HB368 revises water supply requirements for coal-fired generating units, ensuring perpetual water access for cities or towns.

Montana HB368 mandates that operators of coal-fired generating units with a capacity of 200 megawatts or more must ensure an adequate water supply for the city or town where the unit is located. This requirement is intended to maintain water availability if the unit closes or retires. The bill also clarifies the financial assurance needed to provide water to the local government for 30 years post-remediation. It amends definitions and provisions related to coal-fired generating units, water supply, and financial assurance.

Montana HB368 revises water supply requirements for coal-fired generating units, ensuring perpetual water access for cities or towns.

Montana HB368 mandates that operators of coal-fired generating units with a capacity of 200 megawatts or more must ensure an adequate water supply for the city or town where the unit is located. This requirement is intended to maintain water availability if the unit closes or retires. The bill also clarifies the financial assurance needed to provide water to the local government for 30 years post-remediation. It amends definitions and provisions related to coal-fired generating units, water supply, and financial assurance.