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A22-05-022

+21

New comments

Application of PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (U39E) for Review of the Disadvantaged Communities – Green Tariff, Community Solar Green Tariff and Green Tariff Shared Renewables Programs.

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Renewable Energy Programs Update

The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:

Overview of Renewable Energy Programs

The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.

Comments on Proposed Decision

The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).

FERC Orders and Cases

Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.

Treatment of Credits

The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.

Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership

The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.

Potential Modifications to the NVBT

Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.

Recommendations for the NVBT Program

The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.

Use of Funding Sources

Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.

Targeting Low-Income Households

Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.

Challenges with PURPA Prices

Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.

Stakeholder Comments

Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.

Concusion

The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.

AB-2083

+21

New comments

Bill to cut California's industrial emissions, shift to zero-emission tech, and prioritize disadvantaged communities by 2045

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Renewable Energy Programs Update

Overview of Renewable Energy Programs

The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.

Comments on Proposed Decision

The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).

FERC Orders and Cases

Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.

Treatment of Credits

The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.

Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership

The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.

Potential Modifications to the NVBT

Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.

Recommendations for the NVBT Program

The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.

Use of Funding Sources

Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.

Targeting Low-Income Households

Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.

Challenges with PURPA Prices

Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.

Stakeholder Comments

Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.

Concusion

AB-3246

+21

New comments

Streamline approval process for upgrading transmission facilities by allowing advanced reconductoring projects without construction permits, reducing costs and improving efficiency

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Renewable Energy Programs Update

Overview of Renewable Energy Programs

The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.

Comments on Proposed Decision

The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).

FERC Orders and Cases

Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.

Treatment of Credits

The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.

Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership

The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.

Potential Modifications to the NVBT

Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.

Recommendations for the NVBT Program

The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.

Use of Funding Sources

Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.

Targeting Low-Income Households

Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.

Challenges with PURPA Prices

Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.

Stakeholder Comments

Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.

Concusion

A22-05-022

+21

New comments

Application of PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (U39E) for Review of the Disadvantaged Communities – Green Tariff, Community Solar Green Tariff and Green Tariff Shared Renewables Programs.

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Renewable Energy Programs Update

Overview of Renewable Energy Programs

The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.

Comments on Proposed Decision

The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).

FERC Orders and Cases

Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.

Treatment of Credits

The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.

Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership

The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.

Potential Modifications to the NVBT

Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.

Recommendations for the NVBT Program

The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.

Use of Funding Sources

Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.

Targeting Low-Income Households

Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.

Challenges with PURPA Prices

Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.

Stakeholder Comments

Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.

Concusion

AB-2083

+21

New comments

Bill to cut California's industrial emissions, shift to zero-emission tech, and prioritize disadvantaged communities by 2045

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Renewable Energy Programs Update

Overview of Renewable Energy Programs

The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.

Comments on Proposed Decision

The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).

FERC Orders and Cases

Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.

Treatment of Credits

The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.

Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership

The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.

Potential Modifications to the NVBT

Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.

Recommendations for the NVBT Program

The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.

Use of Funding Sources

Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.

Targeting Low-Income Households

Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.

Challenges with PURPA Prices

Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.

Stakeholder Comments

Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.

Concusion

AB-3246

+21

New comments

Streamline approval process for upgrading transmission facilities by allowing advanced reconductoring projects without construction permits, reducing costs and improving efficiency

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Renewable Energy Programs Update

Overview of Renewable Energy Programs

The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.

Comments on Proposed Decision

The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).

FERC Orders and Cases

Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.

Treatment of Credits

The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.

Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership

The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.

Potential Modifications to the NVBT

Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.

Recommendations for the NVBT Program

The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.

Use of Funding Sources

Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.

Targeting Low-Income Households

Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.

Challenges with PURPA Prices

Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.

Stakeholder Comments

Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.

Concusion

R23-10-011

11 Comments

Order Instituting Rulemaking to Oversee the Resource Adequacy Program, Consider Program Reforms and Refinements, and Establish Forward Resource Adequacy Procurement Obligations.

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Last Week's New Comments +11

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) continues to oversee the Resource Adequacy (RA) Program through Rulemaking 23-10-011. On June 16, 2025, several parties submitted reply comments on the Proposed Decision (PD) regarding Local Capacity Obligations for 2026-2028 and related program refinements. Below is a sampling of parties' positions, organized by key topics addressed in the recent filings.

Planning Reserve Margin (PRM) and Effective PRM

Pacific...

Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)

supports the PD and defends its compliance with Commission requirements regarding the effective PRM, opposing changes proposed by California Community Choice Association (CalCCA)

Southern California Edison Company (SCE) supports the PD’s recommendation of an 18% PRM and an effective PRM target of 1,260–2,300 MW for June–October in 2026 and 2027, arguing against delays and emphasizing affordability.
California Environmental Justice Alliance (CEJA) supports a lower PRM, arguing it is sufficient for reliability and more affordable for ratepayers, and that the PD does not violate AB 2368.
Shell Energy North America (US) L.P. (Shell Energy) endorses an 18% PRM for 2026 and 2027, viewing the PD’s approach as balancing costs and reliability.
CalCCA recommends a uniform PRM of 21% for all LSEs, with waivers for market power mitigation, and calls for additional modeling and engagement before finalizing the 2027 PRM.
Middle River Power LLC (MRP) critiques the proposed 18% and status quo 17% PRMs as insufficient under AB 2368, and recommends a more robust, transparent process for setting the 2027 PRM.

Stakeholder Engagement and Study Process

PG&E supports SCE’s recommendations for enhanced stakeholder engagement in the LOLE study process, advocating for a structured schedule with workshops.
SCE agrees with CEJA on the need for a transparent stakeholder process for the 2028 LOLE study.
MRP recommends at least three workshops to facilitate stakeholder engagement and consensus on the PRM.
CEJA calls for improvements in the reliability study process and more robust engagement in future studies.
CalCCA emphasizes the need for additional modeling and stakeholder engagement before finalizing the 2027 PRM.
California Independent System Operator Corporation (CAISO) supports the formation of working groups to address resource counting and alignment issues.

Resource Adequacy Market Design and Revenue Allocation

CAISO highlights a lack of consensus on the allocation of RCU, RCD, and Imbalance Reserve revenues to LSEs, and advises against adopting an allocation approach at this time.
San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E) calls for clarification on the components of RCU, RCD, and IR revenues, supports removal of zero-dollar bid requirements, and agrees with deferring to transitional market measures for revenue allocation.
CalCCA opposes the proposed requirement that IR and RC revenues be allocated to LSEs, arguing it undermines contractual flexibility and exceeds CPUC jurisdiction over non-IOU entities.
MRP rejects the proposal to allocate imbalance reserve revenue between RA buyers and sellers, stating revenue allocation should be determined by market participants.

Hourly Load Obligation Trading

Shell Energy supports CalCCA’s proposal for hourly load obligation trading to be implemented in 2026, arguing that concerns about transactability and complexity are not supported by the record.
CalCCA opposes SDG&E’s claims against hourly load obligation trading, arguing it would enhance affordability and not lead to inequitable outcomes.
SDG&E supports the PD’s decision to reject CalCCA’s proposal for hourly load trading, stating it is premature given recent implementation of binding RA filings.

Local Resource Adequacy Procurement and Data Requests

PG&E opposes CalCCA’s suggestion to clarify the intent of the local RA data request and argues that procurement targets should not automatically adjust based on this data.
Shell Energy agrees with CalCCA that the Commission should use data from local RA procurement to adjust Central Procurement Entity (CPE) procurement targets.

Measurement Hours and Technical Corrections

CAISO supports correcting errors in the RA Measurement Hours table in the PD.
SCE supports adopting the RA measurement hours proposed by PG&E, correcting an earlier error in its own submission.

Long-Duration Energy Storage and Demand Response

Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT) supports holding a workshop on long-duration energy storage in fall 2025 and endorses proposals to allow local capacity entities to include energy storage resources with durations under four hours.
CEERT also supports the demand response proposal from Leap and OhmConnect, advocating for DR resources to qualify outside of CAISO Availability Assessment Hours.

Elimination of Month-Ahead RA Filings

SDG&E agrees with PG&E that month-ahead RA filings are unnecessary and burdensome, as they no longer provide useful data for LSEs or the Commission.

System Waiver Process

Shell Energy notes concerns regarding the effective PRM and potential system RA waivers, cautioning against associated risks.
MRP opposes the implementation of a system waiver process, arguing the current RA program design does not support such a measure.

Behind-the-Meter Generation

MRP contends that existing RA requirements already account for behind-the-meter generation, addressing concerns about rooftop solar.

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Order Instituting Rulemaking to Oversee the Resource Adequacy Program, Consider Program Reforms and Refinements, and Establish Forward Resource Adequacy Procurement Obligations.

R20-05-003

1 Ruling

Order Instituting Rulemaking to Continue Electric Integrated Resource Planning and Related Procurement Processes.

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Last Week's New Ruling +1

Email Ruling Overview

This email ruling addresses the June 12, 2025 Motion for Clarification from the Alliance for Retail Energy Markets (AReM) regarding the Administrative Law Judge’s (ALJ) Ruling on the Reliable and Clean Power Procurement Program (RCPPP) Staff Proposal.

Key Dates

July 15, 2025: Deadline for parties to submit competing proposals, separate from comments on the April 29, 2025 ALJ Ruling.
August 5, 2025: Due date for responses to these proposals.

Gu...

idelines for Submissions

Joint comments are encouraged.
Discussions should not revisit resource adequacy design features already established in Rulemaking 23-10-011.
Any unrelated proposals regarding resource adequacy will not be considered.

Filing Information

The ruling will be formally filed by the Docket Office.

Order Instituting Rulemaking to Continue Electric Integrated Resource Planning and Related Procurement Processes.

R25-02-005

5 Comments

Order Instituting Rulemaking to Update and Reform Energy Resource Recovery Account and Power Charge Indifference Adjustment Policies and Processes

OIR

Scoping Memo

Proposed Decisions

Final Decisions

Closed

Last Week's New Comments +5

Update on Recent Comments in CPUC Proceeding R25-02-005

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is reviewing a range of comments on the Proposed Decision (PD) regarding changes to the Resource Adequacy Market Price Benchmark (RA MPB) and related ratemaking policies. This update summarizes a sampling of parties' positions on key topics addressed in comments filed on June 17, 2025.

Interim Changes and Retroactive Ratemaking

Joint IOUs (PG&E, SCE, SDG&E)...

Small Business Utility Advocates (SBUA) agree that the adjustment to the MPB for Resource Adequacy should be implemented in the current cycle and clarify that this does not amount to retroactive ratemaking.
California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) contends that the PD’s adoption of a new calculation methodology for the Final 2025 RA MPB constitutes retroactive ratemaking, which is prohibited, and argues that these changes would significantly impact customers and load-serving entities.
Shell Energy North America raises legal concerns about the retroactive application of the revised RA MPB methodology, stating it creates uncertainty for load-serving entities.

Expansion of Transaction Dataset and Timeframe

Joint IOUs argue for expanding the dataset used to calculate the RA MPB, stating that a broader dataset is essential for accurately reflecting current market conditions and ensuring customer indifference.
Coalition of California Utility Employees (CUE) supports expanding transaction data and consolidating RA MPBs into a single benchmark, citing stakeholder agreement and the need to address inflated RA values.
Shell Energy argues that the proposed expansion of the time period for transactions used in calculating the RA MPB lacks sufficient supporting evidence and suggests postponing any decision until more evidence is available.
CalCCA opposes the proposed three- and four-year transaction windows for the RA MPB, stating that the current record lacks sufficient data to support these changes and that the proposed timeframe would reduce the accuracy of the RA MPB.

Inclusion and Exclusion of Transactions in RA MPB Calculation

Joint IOUs support the inclusion of local RA transactions in the MPB calculation, arguing that these transactions reflect market prices and are integral to a comprehensive dataset.
Shell Energy supports the exclusion of local RA transactions involving PG&E or SCE as central procurement entities from the RA MPB calculation, arguing that these costs are already covered by all LSEs through the Cost Allocation Mechanism.
SBUA supports the exclusion of affiliate transactions from the MPB calculation and offers recommendations for identifying arms-length transactions.
CalCCA opposes the Joint IOUs’ suggestion to include Joint Powers Agencies (JPAs) in the definition of "affiliate," arguing that this would unfairly exclude transactions by individual CCAs involved in JPAs and that these transactions reflect true supply and demand.

Methodology and Market Impacts

Joint IOUs contend that the record supports the PD’s conclusion that the current RA MPB methodology leads to an impermissible cost shift and that the Energy Division’s analysis provides adequate evidence for the proposed interim solution.
CUE argues that the PD’s recommendations are well-supported by the Energy Division Staff report and that the changes will rectify inflated RA values and enhance customer indifference.
Shell Energy notes that anticipated price impacts and declines in transaction volumes may resolve without any methodological changes, as indicated by comments from various stakeholders, and requests that the Commission revise the PD to provide stability and certainty.
CalCCA argues that the PD’s conclusions are based on untested assumptions and that the proposed calculation methodology would significantly impact customers and load-serving entities.

Other Implementation and Reporting Issues

SBUA aligns with the Joint IOUs in advocating that sleeve transaction reporting should also apply to non-IOU load-serving entities.
CUE emphasizes that the 2025 RA MPB forecast was not intended to be a final rate, distinguishing it from general ratesetting processes.

Order Instituting Rulemaking to Update and Reform Energy Resource Recovery Account and Power Charge Indifference Adjustment Policies and Processes

SB-787

1 Action

Establish Senior Counselor and Fund for Equitable Clean Energy Supply Chain and Industrial Policy Development

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Utilities and Energy and Transportation.

Establish Senior Counselor and Fund for Equitable Clean Energy Supply Chain and Industrial Policy Development

McNerney (S)

SB-710

1 Action

Extend Property Tax Exclusion for Active Solar Energy Systems Indefinitely and Modify Local Agency Reimbursement Requirements

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation.

Extend Property Tax Exclusion for Active Solar Energy Systems Indefinitely and Modify Local Agency Reimbursement Requirements

Blakespear (S)

AB-1285

1 Action

Enhance Fire Prevention and Response Measures for Lithium-Ion Battery Storage Facilities by State Fire Marshal and Emergency Services.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to the Committee on Governmental Organization.

Enhance Fire Prevention and Response Measures for Lithium-Ion Battery Storage Facilities by State Fire Marshal and Emergency Services.

Committee on Emergency Management (A) - (Assembly Members Ransom (Chair), Hadwick (Vice Chair), Arambula, Bains, Calderon, and DeMaio)

AB-1156

1 Action

Revise California Williamson Act for Enhanced Solar-Use Easements and Agricultural Land Conservation

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Local Government and Environmental Quality.

Revise California Williamson Act for Enhanced Solar-Use Easements and Agricultural Land Conservation

Wicks (A)

SB-500

1 Action

Enhance Electrical Corporation Accountability through Performance Metrics and Financial Incentives for Cost-Effective, Reliable Service Delivery.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to the Committee on Utilities and Energy.

Enhance Electrical Corporation Accountability through Performance Metrics and Financial Incentives for Cost-Effective, Reliable Service Delivery.

Stern (S)

AB-942

1 Action

Revise Net Energy Metering Regulations and Tariffs for Eligible Customer-Generators in California's Electrical Utilities

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to the Committee on Energy, Utilities, and Communications.

Revise Net Energy Metering Regulations and Tariffs for Eligible Customer-Generators in California's Electrical Utilities

Calderon (A)

AB-825

1 Action

California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank Act: Establishing Public Transmission Financing for Clean Energy Projects

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Energy, Utilities and Communications and Business and Professions and Economic Development.

California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank Act: Establishing Public Transmission Financing for Clean Energy Projects

Petrie-Norris (A)

AB-745

1 Action

Mandate Volumetric Climate Credits for Residential Customers During Summer Months Under California Global Warming Solutions Act

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to the Committee on Energy, Utilities, and Communications.

Mandate Volumetric Climate Credits for Residential Customers During Summer Months Under California Global Warming Solutions Act

Irwin (A)

AB-696

1 Action

Establish Lithium-Ion Battery Emergency Response Advisory Group for Safety Standards and Management in California

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Governmental Organization and Environmental Quality.

Establish Lithium-Ion Battery Emergency Response Advisory Group for Safety Standards and Management in California

Ransom (A)

AB-101

1 Action

Approve 2025-26 State Government Budget and Enact Related Statutory Changes with Immediate Effect.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Re-referred to Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review.

Approve 2025-26 State Government Budget and Enact Related Statutory Changes with Immediate Effect.

Gabriel (A)

AB-13

1 Action

Reform Public Utilities Commission Membership and Reporting Requirements for Enhanced Accountability and Rate Affordability in California.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to the Committee on Energy, Utilities and Communications.

Reform Public Utilities Commission Membership and Reporting Requirements for Enhanced Accountability and Rate Affordability in California.

Ransom (A)

SB-254

1 Action

Repeal Wildfire Safety Division and Revise Electrical Corporation Mitigation Plans for Enhanced Safety and Cost Efficiency

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Utilities and Energy and Natural Resources.

Repeal Wildfire Safety Division and Revise Electrical Corporation Mitigation Plans for Enhanced Safety and Cost Efficiency

Becker (S) , Wahab (S)

AB-39

1 Action

Mandate Local Electrification Plans for Zero-Emission Infrastructure and Equity Investments in California Communities by 2030

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Local Government and Energy, Utilities and Communications.

Mandate Local Electrification Plans for Zero-Emission Infrastructure and Equity Investments in California Communities by 2030

Zbur (A)

AB-1408

1 Action +1 Version

Enhance Surplus Interconnection Planning and Transparency for Electrical Corporations and Local Utilities in California.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Committee on Energy, Utilities and Communications.

Enhance Surplus Interconnection Planning and Transparency for Electrical Corporations and Local Utilities in California.

Irwin (A)

AB-1017

1 Action +1 Vote

Enhance Transparency and Accountability in Utility Rate Cases by Requiring Detailed Financial Reporting from Electrical and Gas Corporations

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

June 17, result: Do pass and re-refer to the Committee on Appropriations (Ayes 14, Noes 0).

Enhance Transparency and Accountability in Utility Rate Cases by Requiring Detailed Financial Reporting from Electrical and Gas Corporations

Boerner (A)

SB-86

2 Actions

Extend Sales Tax Exclusions for Alternative Energy Projects and Increase Cumulative Limit to $200 Million Until 2031

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Referred to Committees on Revenue and Taxation and Transportation.
Re-referred to Committees on Transportation and Revenue and Taxation pursuant to Assembly Rule 96.

Extend Sales Tax Exclusions for Alternative Energy Projects and Increase Cumulative Limit to $200 Million Until 2031

McNerney (S)

AB-1167

1 Action +1 Version

Prohibit Utility Ratepayer Funding for Political Activities and Require Transparency in Advertising Expenses by Electrical and Gas Corporations.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Committee on Energy, Utilities and Communications.

Prohibit Utility Ratepayer Funding for Political Activities and Require Transparency in Advertising Expenses by Electrical and Gas Corporations.

Berman (A) , Addis (A)

SB-101

1 Action

Approve 2025-26 State Budget Appropriations and Enact Related Statutory Changes with Immediate Effect.

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 11 a.m.

Approve 2025-26 State Budget Appropriations and Enact Related Statutory Changes with Immediate Effect.

Wiener (S)

SB-24

1 Action +1 Version

Prohibit Utility Ratepayer Funding for Political Activities and Mandate Advertising Cost Disclosure by Electrical and Gas Corporations

Introduced

Chamber 1

Chamber 2

Governor

From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to Committee on Utilities and Energy.

Prohibit Utility Ratepayer Funding for Political Activities and Mandate Advertising Cost Disclosure by Electrical and Gas Corporations

McNerney (S)

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Introduced

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