This bill amends section 70-1014.02 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, to modify the requirements for exemptions related to privately developed renewable energy generation facilities in Nebraska. The bill establishes that such facilities can be exempt from certain regulatory sections if the owner provides written notification and certification to the board at least thirty days before construction begins. Key requirements include compliance with decommissioning plans, consultation with the Game and Parks Commission regarding wildlife impacts, and public engagement through meetings for larger projects. Notably, the bill introduces new compliance standards regarding materials sourced from foreign adversaries and critical infrastructure protection requirements.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that no property associated with these renewable energy facilities can be subject to eminent domain by consumer-owned electric suppliers, while allowing such suppliers to exercise eminent domain for necessary transmission lines. It also emphasizes that private electric suppliers cannot sell or deliver electricity at retail in Nebraska and does not require consumer-owned electric suppliers to enter joint agreements with private suppliers for facility development. The original section 70-1014.02 is repealed, consolidating the updated provisions into the amended statute.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-1014.02
Final Reading: 70-1014.02