House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise laws related to energy generation and electricity transmission in Montana by establishing a state energy authority. This authority will be responsible for facilitating the development of energy production and electric transmission facilities, thereby enhancing the state's economy and energy resources. The bill outlines the authority's composition, which includes 13 appointed members, four ex officio nonvoting members, and two ex officio legislative liaisons. It also mandates that state agencies cooperate with the authority and provides for the establishment of a special revenue account funded by the wholesale energy transaction tax to support the authority's activities.

Key provisions of the bill include the requirement for the authority to submit an annual report summarizing its activities and recommendations, as well as the establishment of specific powers for the authority, such as planning and coordinating energy projects. The bill also amends existing laws to ensure that funds from the wholesale energy transaction tax are allocated to the authority, with a statutory appropriation to cover its administrative costs. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will terminate on December 31, 2031.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(1): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(2): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(3): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(4): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(5): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(6): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1(7): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_1: 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(1): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(10): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(2): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(3): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(4): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(5): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(6): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(7): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(8): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2(9): 15-72-106, 17-7-502
HB0314_2: 15-72-106, 17-7-502