Biomass definition modification provision
This bill (SF 1432) amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 216B.1691, by updating the definition of "biomass" for energy purposes. It clarifies that eligible biomass includes wood waste, landfill gas, anaerobic digesters, and specific wastewater by-products, while explicitly excluding wastewater sludge incineration. The change directly affects electric utilities that generate power from biomass sources and seek renewable energy credits under state law. The key mechanism is a precise definition to ensure consistent application of biomass eligibility in energy programs.
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in committee
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Introduction
Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 17, 2025
Last action Mar 24, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
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Referred to Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate
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Feb 17, 2025
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Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Legislator
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Rob Farnsworth
RRepublican
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Andrew Mathews
RRepublican
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Grant Hauschild
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
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