The bill amends the Arkansas Code concerning exemptions from the requirement of obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity for new construction related to public services. Specifically, it modifies Section 23-3-201(b)(1) to clarify that a certificate is not required for certain activities, including the replacement or expansion of existing facilities, the construction or operation of facilities under a limited or conditional certificate, and the extension of public services within certain territories.

Additionally, the bill introduces new language that specifies exemptions for equipment or facilities primarily owned by exempt wholesale generators, thereby expanding the scope of exemptions available under the law. The changes aim to streamline the process for public service providers and reduce regulatory burdens while ensuring that essential services can be maintained and expanded efficiently.

Statutes affected:
SB 594: 23-3-201(b)
Act 705: 23-3-201(b)