This bill establishes a new category for "off-grid electricity providers" in New Hampshire, defining them as entities that generate, transmit, distribute, or sell electricity independently from the regulated electric grid. The bill inserts a new section, 374:3-c, into RSA 374, which outlines the criteria for off-grid electricity providers, including their independence from existing utilities and the requirement that they do not connect to any electric transmission or distribution systems. These providers are exempt from certain regulations under RSA Title XXXIV, provided they do not engage in activities that would connect them to the regulated grid or cross public roadways or state boundaries.

Additionally, the bill specifies that if an off-grid electricity provider chooses to connect to the regulated grid or crosses any federal, state, or municipal roadway, it will lose its status as an off-grid provider and become subject to the regulations of RSA Title XXXIV. The effective date of this act is set for August 1, 2025. The bill aims to promote the development of independent electricity generation while ensuring that off-grid providers adhere to other applicable laws and regulations.