SB1291

In service and facilities, providing for advanced transmission technologies.

Introduced·4/23/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB1291 mandates advanced transmission technologies for electric distribution companies in transmission siting applications.

Pennsylvania SB1291 amends Title 66 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to require electric distribution companies to incorporate advanced transmission technologies in their transmission siting applications. These technologies must increase capacity, efficiency, reliability, or safety of the transmission system. The bill defines advanced transmission technologies as software or hardware that meet specific criteria, such as reducing transmission congestion or environmental impacts. Companies must provide evidence of their evaluation and assessment of these technologies.

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Current
Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Apr 23

Senate

Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure