2SHB 1514: Encouraging the deployment of low carbon thermal energy networks.

What this bill does

Brings thermal energy companies under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Utilities and Transportation Commission with certain exemptions. Requires electric utilities to incorporate thermal energy networks into planning. Directs the Department of Commerce to award grants to local governments for mapping and developing technical expertise for thermal energy networks.

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Floor votes

• House: 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 10, 2025
  86 yea · 9 nay · 3 not voting
• House: Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · April 22, 2025
  70 yea · 26 nay · 2 not voting
• Senate: 3rd Reading & Final Passage as Amended by the Senate · April 15, 2025
  48 yea · 0 nay · 1 not voting

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