The resolution urges the Southwest Power Pool and Midcontinent Independent System Operator to take immediate action to ensure the reliability of the bulk power system in North Dakota. It highlights concerns from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding the stability of the electricity grid due to the rapid retirement of dispatchable generation resources and delays in developing replacement capacity. The resolution points out that over half of North America faces elevated risks of energy shortages, particularly in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator region, which is identified as high-risk. The resolution emphasizes the need for reform in market pricing mechanisms to support the continued operation of essential resources for grid reliability and resilience.

Furthermore, the resolution calls for the Public Service Commission and North Dakota Transmission Authority to advocate for policies that fairly compensate dispatchable base-load energy resources and accurately value all generation resources based on their contributions to grid reliability. It stresses the importance of a diversified energy strategy that includes thermal, renewable, and emerging technologies to maintain an affordable and reliable energy grid. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to forward copies to relevant authorities and stakeholders to promote these initiatives.