This bill introduces a new legal definition for "off-grid electricity providers" in New Hampshire, establishing a specific category for entities that generate, transmit, distribute, or sell electricity independently from the regulated electric grid. The bill amends RSA 374 by inserting a new section, 374:3-c, which outlines the criteria for off-grid electricity providers, including that they must not be connected to any existing regulated electric grid and must operate independently of regulated utilities. The bill also defines when an off-grid electricity provider is considered to have "begun operations" and clarifies that these providers will be exempt from RSA 374, while still being subject to other applicable laws unless specifically excluded.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if an off-grid electricity provider chooses to connect to the regulated electric grid at any point, it will lose its status as an off-grid provider and will then be subject to the regulations outlined in RSA 374. The effective date of this act is set to be upon its passage. Overall, the bill aims to promote the establishment of independent electricity providers while ensuring they adhere to certain legal frameworks when necessary.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 266:2