HB501

Further providing for definitions; providing for force majeure; further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards, for portfolio requirements in other states, for health and safety standards and for interagency responsibilities; providing for zero emissions credits; and making editorial changes.

Introduced·4/23/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB501 amends the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act to establish Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standards.

HB501 amends the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act to establish Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standards. It defines terms such as "alternative energy credit," "alternative energy portfolio standards," "alternative energy sources," and "alternative energy system." The bill introduces force majeure provisions, alternative energy portfolio standards, and health and safety standards. It also provides for zero emissions credits and makes editorial changes.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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12 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 2, 2025

10:00 AM

Environmental & Natural Resource Protection (h) Hearing

May 19, 2025

10:00 AM

Environmental And Natural Resource Protection (h) Hearing

History

Mar 23

House

Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

Oct 29, 2025

House

Removed from table

Jun 2, 2025

House

Reported as committed