Relating to the interconnection process; and prescribing an effective date.

Added 'community microgrid' to the list of projects eligible for third-party study and evaluation, ensuring community-based renewable energy projects are covered under the same interconnection rules.

Updated the bill's ordering date from April 15 to June 19 and added a reference to House Amendments dated June 19, reflecting the legislative timeline changes.

Clarified that public utilities must provide technical data to third-party consultants within 21 days in a standardized, machine-readable format, with provisions for redacting sensitive data while offering mutually acceptable alternatives.

Established that public utilities must provide written feedback on preliminary designs within 30 days of submission, identifying compliance issues or necessary modifications.

Updated definition of 'community microgrid' to require designation by local government as a microgrid zone, and revised 'microgrid' definition to clarify operation can be independent or connected to the grid.

Added new requirements for public utilities to provide technical data to third-party consultants within 21 days in machine-readable format, with provisions for redaction if grid security is at risk.

Established a 30-day timeline for utilities to provide written feedback on preliminary designs submitted by third-party consultants.

Prohibited public utilities from charging fees for conducting preliminary design reviews.

Required public utilities to designate a liaison to help clarify data and resolve ambiguities during the design phase.