SB406

Establishing utility energy conservation efficiency standards

Failed·5/23/25
Introduced Text

Montana SB406 establishes energy conservation efficiency standards for utilities.

Montana SB406, known as the Montana Energy Conservation Efficiency Standards Act, mandates investor-owned utilities to pursue energy conservation opportunities proven to be cost-effective for ratepayers. The bill requires utilities to implement energy conservation programs achieving specific energy savings targets. Utilities must submit energy conservation assessments and plans to the commission, which evaluates these submissions. If a utility fails to meet its energy savings targets, it must provide an explanation and may request an adjustment.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

(S) Energy, Technology & Federal Relations--To Table

12 Yea

DRDDDRRDRRRR

1 Nay

R

Calendar

Feb 27, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Energy, Technology & Federal Relations Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

(S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Feb 27, 2025

Senate

(S) Tabled in Committee (S) Energy, Technology & Federal Relations