This legislative bill amends the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, to update definitions and provisions related to electric generation facilities, transmission lines, and privately developed renewable energy generation facilities, particularly those near military installations. Key insertions include new definitions for "electronic-related," "foreign adversary," and requirements for electric suppliers regarding the use of electronic-related equipment manufactured by foreign adversaries. The bill establishes notice and certification requirements for electric suppliers constructing or acquiring facilities within a ten-mile radius of military installations, ensuring that components from foreign adversaries are preapproved by the board.

Additionally, the bill outlines exemptions for privately developed renewable energy generation facilities from certain regulations if they notify the board of their intent to construct and certify compliance with decommissioning requirements. It emphasizes the protection of Nebraska's natural and cultural resources while ensuring compliance with critical infrastructure protection standards. The bill also clarifies that property associated with these facilities is not subject to eminent domain by consumer-owned electric suppliers, while only these suppliers may exercise eminent domain for necessary transmission lines. Overall, the amendments aim to streamline compliance processes and enhance regulatory oversight, with the act set to take effect immediately upon passage due to an emergency clause.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-1001.01, 70-1012, 70-1014.02, 70-1015
Final Reading: 70-1001.01, 70-1012, 70-1014.02, 70-1015
Slip Law: 70-1001.01, 70-1012, 70-1014.02, 70-1015