This bill proposes the repeal of the multi-use energy data platform, which includes the elimination of several related statutes: RSA 378:50 (definitions), RSA 378:51 (establishment of the platform), RSA 378:52 (platform requirements), RSA 378:53 (certification), and RSA 378:54 (cost recovery). By repealing these provisions, the bill removes the obligation for electric and natural gas utilities to create and maintain a statewide online energy data platform, thereby relieving them of the associated financial responsibilities.

The fiscal impact of this repeal is significant, as it is expected to result in an indeterminable decrease in expenditures for the state, counties, and local governments. The Department of Energy had estimated that the initial costs for establishing the platform could range from $4.6 million to $7 million, with ongoing annual costs between $272,800 and $416,400. These costs would have likely been passed on to ratepayers, including state and municipal entities. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.