Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] proposes the establishment of private use electrical networks in Louisiana, which are defined as generation, energy storage, and related electrical facilities located on contiguous or commonly controlled properties. These networks are intended to serve one or more identified load customers, such as industrial facilities or data centers, and deliver electricity through privately owned facilities. The bill stipulates that these private networks will not be classified as public utilities and will not be subject to regulation by the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) based solely on their customer load, ownership, interconnections, or participation in regional programs.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the maintenance of backup or standby services, as well as the capability to export electricity, will not change the status of these networks as non-public utilities. It also clarifies that the export of electricity from a private use electrical network will not classify it as a public utility, provided it primarily serves identified load customers. The LPSC is mandated to adopt rules within 180 days to facilitate an expedited process for declaring nonjurisdiction for these networks, ensure timely determinations on applications, and establish nondiscriminatory tariffs and interconnection procedures for related services. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for gubernatorial action.