If this bill were to become law, it would introduce a new concurrent memorial urging the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) to ensure reliable and affordable utility services. This insertion emphasizes the need for the ACC to reconsider its previous decisions regarding the closure of existing coal plants and to direct regulated utilities to revise their integrated resource plans to prioritize reliable sources of baseload and dispatchable power.
Additionally, the bill would remove specific language that previously stated the Legislature's expectation for the ACC to protect ratepayers by adopting a national model policy. This deletion simplifies the memorial's language while still supporting the overarching goal of promoting reliable energy sources, including coal, in alignment with federal energy policies. Overall, the bill aims to reinforce the ACC's role in maintaining energy reliability and affordability for consumers.