A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study regarding the feasibility and potential benefits of the development of offshore hydropower, solar and wind renewable energy generation systems on Lake Erie.
This resolution directs Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission to study the feasibility of developing offshore wind, solar, and hydropower projects on Pennsylvania's portion of Lake Erie. The study will examine potential job creation (including construction, maintenance, and manufacturing roles), economic impacts, environmental benefits like reduced emissions, and the projected electricity generation capacity. It requires the Commission to consult with energy experts, environmental groups, labor leaders, and surrounding states before submitting a report to relevant legislative committees within 12 months. The resolution does not authorize actual projects but aims to inform future policy decisions about renewable energy development in the region.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025
Last action May 7, 2025
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Committee
2
Mar 18, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported as committed
lower
Feb 4, 2025
Committee
Referred to Environmental & Natural Resource Protection
lower
1 primary · 15 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bob Merski
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Sanchez
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Waxman
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Chris Pielli
DDemocratic
Co
Chris Rabb
DDemocratic
Co
Danilo Burgos
DDemocratic
Co
Ed Neilson
DDemocratic
Co
Elizabeth Fiedler
DDemocratic
Co
Joe Webster
DDemocratic
Co
JG
José Giral
DDemocratic
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