The bill proposes the establishment of advanced conductor cost-effectiveness criteria and allows for advanced conductor rate basing. It aims to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding the use of advanced conductors in the electrical infrastructure, ensuring that their implementation is both economically viable and beneficial. Additionally, the bill includes a definition of "advanced conductor" to clarify its application within the context of the law.

To implement these changes, the bill amends Section 69-3-702 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). The amendments are designed to facilitate the adoption of advanced conductors by providing a structured approach to evaluating their cost-effectiveness and integrating them into the existing rate-setting processes. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage, signaling a prompt shift towards modernizing the state's electrical grid.

Statutes affected:
Amended: 69-3-702