Wyoming2005Inactive

HB0157

Wyoming Renewable Energy Commission

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In one sentence

This bill proposes creating a temporary 13-member commission within the governor's office to study renewable energy options and report recommendations to the legislature.

Creates a 13-member commission within the governor's office to develop strategies for expanding renewable energy use in Wyoming.
Requires the commission to hold public meetings and hear from experts and interested parties.
Directs the commission to study topics including financing, workforce effects, energy efficiency, and integration with existing electric and natural gas systems.
Requires the commission to submit a preliminary report by June 30, 2006, and a final report with legislative recommendations by December 1, 2006.
Appropriates $250,000 from the state general fund to the governor's office to implement the commission's purposes.
Sets a termination date of March 31, 2007, when the commission's authority ends.

The Governor's office, which houses the commission and appoints some members.
State agencies and organizations, including the Wyoming Business Council, Department of Environmental Quality, and Public Service Commission, which provide members or staff support.
The Wyoming Legislature, which receives the commission's final recommendations for legislative changes.
Residents and businesses in Wyoming, as the commission studies impacts on local economies, workforce development, and energy systems.

The bill was marked inactive and the motion to do pass failed in the House on March 2, 2005.
The commission is temporary and its authority ends on March 31, 2007.
The bill does not specify which specific renewable projects will be supported, only that the commission will study strategies and recommendations.

Plain language

Renewable resources: Energy sources including wind, solar, biomass, landfill gas, hydro, geothermal, and hydrogen generated from these sources.
Quorum: The minimum number of members (7) needed to be present for the commission to conduct business.
Appropriation: Money set aside by the legislature for a specific purpose, here $250,000 for the commission's operations.

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Public statements

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Wyoming roll calls

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H Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 4-3(b) 1-8-0-0-02005-03-02 · House1 yes 8 no

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