Montana SB355 revises electric utility laws, allowing competitive bidding for new transmission line projects over $8 million.
Montana SB355 revises electric utility laws, allowing incumbent electric utilities to use a competitive bidding process for new transmission line projects valued at $8 million or more. The incumbent utility can participate in the bidding process and perform inspections to ensure adherence to its standards. The incumbent utility must provide notice to the federally registered planning authority and assume maintenance responsibility. If the transmission line connects two utilities, it must be shared equally unless otherwise agreed.
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