Create new sections of KRS Chapter 278 to declare that policy of the Commonwealth is for retail electric suppliers under the Public Service Commission (PSC) to procure electric generation sufficient to meet customer demand using an open, competitive process and at a rate that is the lowest possible; require retail electric suppliers to conduct integrated resource planning every 3 years and set forth the parameters of the integrated resource plan process; exempt elective cooperatives from the integrated resource plan process if the cooperative maintains an all-requirements contract; direct the PSC to promulgate administrative regulations within 120 days of the effective date of the Act; restrict the purchase of capacity from regional transmission organizations or independent system operators for prolonged periods as determined by the commission; require retail electric suppliers to file integrated resource plans on a triennial basis and include an assessment and acquisition plan for adequate and reliable electricity to meet customer demand at the lowest possible cost of forecasted estimates; make the privilege to serve customers in a certified territory a property right of the Commonwealth; require the PSC to allow the commission to determine an amount to be returned to customers of an electric retail supplier that is based on a calculation of the privilege to serve in a certified territory in a proceeding involving an acquisition, transfer, or sale of an electric retail supplier; allow one time, limited choice of retail electric supplier for incremental load at a single site in excess of 50 megawatts beginning June 30, 2027; require the PSC to ensure customers of affected retail electric suppliers are indifferent to the limited choice designation; amend KRS 278.010 to amend the definition of "adequate service" to include generating capacity; define "integrated resource plan"; amend KRS 278.016 to state that retail electric supplier has the privilege to provide electric service; amend KRS 278.018 to state that retail electric suppliers have the privilege rather than right to furnish retail electric service in its certified territory; and if the PSC find that a retail electric supplier is not providing adequate service the PSC may order the supplier to correct the problem; allow the commission to authorize another retail electric supplier to serve facilities located in the certified territory of another retail electric supplier; amend KRS 278.020 to determine whether public ownership of a retail electric supplier can achieve lower rates and deem cooperatives organized under KRS Chapter 279 to have public ownership; allow the PSC to consider the integrated resource planning process or the use of the contract when making a determination on a certificate of public convenience and necessity; amend 278.300 to allow the for evaluation of the integrated resource plan or use of a contract when granting certificate of public convenience and necessity.
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Maddy summaryThis bill amends two sections of Kentucky's transportation laws to update gendered language to gender-neutral terms. It affects county clerks and vehicle owners by changing references from "he," "him," and "his" to "they," "them," and "their" throughout the statutes. The changes do not alter any existing duties, penalties, or procedures related to vehicle registration, fees, or refunds for destroyed vehicles. The bill is a technical update intended to make the legal text inclusive without changing how the transportation system operates.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Kentucky Revised Statute 154.50-336 to update gender-neutral language within the text of a specific economic development authority provision. The change ensures that references to the secretary-treasurer and other roles use inclusive language such as "he or she" instead of gender-specific terms. The bill directly affects the administrative structure and documentation requirements of the economic development authority by modifying how its bylaws are written. This is a technical update to existing law rather than a new policy initiative. The amendment does not alter the authority's powers, funding, or operational procedures, only the wording of the statute.
Maddy summarySB 341 updates Kentucky transportation laws to use gender-neutral language in official documents. The bill modifies two state statutes to replace gendered terms like "he" and "him" with inclusive language such as "the clerk" and "the owner." This change directly affects county clerks and vehicle owners by ensuring legal texts apply equally to all individuals regardless of gender. The bill does not alter any operational procedures, fees, or refund processes; it only updates the wording to reflect modern standards of inclusivity.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Kentucky law to update gender-neutral language in the appointment process for the Secretary of the Cabinet for Economic Development. It requires the board to conduct a nationwide search, submit three candidates to the Governor, and allows the Governor to reject the list and request additional names. The Secretary must have significant experience and an established reputation as an economic development professional. The change affects how the Secretary is selected and serves at the pleasure of the board rather than a fixed term.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Kentucky law to ensure gender-neutral language in provisions about final wage payments to employees. It directly affects employers and employees by clarifying that all earned wages must be paid in full within the next normal pay period or within 14 days of an employee leaving or being discharged. The amendment updates the existing statute to use inclusive language while maintaining the same payment requirements and deadlines for final compensation. The bill does not change the timing or conditions for wage payment, only the wording to apply equally to all genders.
Amend KRS 148.853, relating to tourism development incentives, to increase the time a seasonal tourism attraction project is required to be open to the public from 6 months to 9 months in order to qualify for an extension in the term of its incentive agreement.
Maddy summarySB 305 makes a minor technical correction to KRS 278.040, which outlines the Public Service Commission's authority to regulate utilities in Kentucky. It fixes wording in the statute describing the Commission's corporate status and seal requirements without changing any regulatory rules or powers. This bill directly affects the Public Service Commission of Kentucky and its administrative procedures. It does not alter utility regulations or create new policy requirements.
Maddy summarySB 297 amends Kentucky law to establish procedures for coordinating with neighboring states on underground carbon dioxide storage. It requires Kentucky's cabinet secretary to negotiate agreements with border states covering three key areas: treating accidental CO₂ migration across state lines as non-trespass, creating compensation mechanisms for incidents, and enabling cross-state reservoir development when geologically beneficial. The bill mandates annual reports to the Governor and specific legislative committees on these discussions. This legislation directly affects Kentucky's natural resources cabinet, bordering states, and entities involved in carbon storage projects. (Note: This is a procedural bill focused on inter-state coordination, not a new policy.)
Maddy summaryThis bill (SB 298) is a technical correction to Kentucky law governing natural gas transportation. It updates KRS 278.506 to clarify that transported natural gas must meet the same quality standards as gas specified in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission tariff for pipelines. The change directly affects natural gas suppliers and intrastate pipelines by ensuring consistent quality requirements for gas deliveries. It does not create new rules but corrects an outdated reference in existing law. The bill is procedural and has not advanced beyond introduction.