Establishes the Washington Electric Transmission Authority to improve transmission reliability, resilience, and affordability.
The bill establishes the Washington Electric Transmission Authority to improve transmission reliability, resilience, and affordability. The authority will coordinate siting and permitting, engage with utilities and developers, and support economic growth. It creates the electric transmission capital and operating accounts in the state treasury. The authority must prioritize partnerships for new transmission projects, avoid impacts on overburdened communities, and maximize the use of existing rights-of-way.
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