HB1666

Requiring capacity planning in the state 10-year energy strategy.

Introduced·12/12/25
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New Hampshire HB1666 mandates capacity planning in the state's 10-year energy strategy, focusing on electrification and demand-side measures.

New Hampshire HB1666 amends the state's energy strategy to include capacity planning, focusing on electrification of new sectors like housing, transportation, technology, and data centers. It requires a report on this planning every three years, consulting with experts. The strategy must also consider demand-side measures such as efficiency, conservation, demand response, and load management to meet energy needs cost-effectively. This act takes effect 60 days after its passage.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 17

10:00 AM

Science, Technology and Energy Executive Session

Feb 9

10:00 AM

Science, Technology and Energy Public Hearing

History

Mar 5

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted DV 178-149 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 132

Feb 24

House

Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/17/2026 (Vote 11-7; Regular Calendar) House Calendar 9 P. 45

Feb 24

House

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass