Updates permit application process for energy and transmission facilities in South Dakota.

This bill amends the permit application process for energy and transmission facilities in South Dakota. It requires utilities to post signs at the proposed facility site and mandates the Public Utilities Commission to designate an affected area and a local review committee. The committee must assess the potential social and economic effects of the proposed facility, including temporary and permanent alternatives in various areas such as housing, education, and waste disposal. The applicant must provide necessary information to the committee and the commission.

Updates permit application process for energy and transmission facilities in South Dakota.

This bill amends the permit application process for energy and transmission facilities in South Dakota. It requires utilities to post signs at the proposed facility site and mandates the Public Utilities Commission to designate an affected area and a local review committee. The committee must assess the potential social and economic effects of the proposed facility, including temporary and permanent alternatives in various areas such as housing, education, and waste disposal. The applicant must provide necessary information to the committee and the commission.