SHB 1253 — Expanding the ability of consumer-owned utilities to enter into joint use agreements.

What this bill does

Expands the types of agreements that cities, public utility districts, and joint operating agencies may enter into regarding electricity plants and transmission facilities to be with any person or entity and include joint venture and limited liability company agreements.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 6, 2025
  90 yea · 6 nay · 2 not voting
• House — Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · April 19, 2025
  94 yea · 1 nay · 3 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · April 4, 2025
  49 yea · 0 nay

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