HB 2002
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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
Second Regular Session
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Read 17-10-3-0-0
HB 2002: power plants; transmission lines; definition
Sponsor: Representative Griffin, LD 19
Transmitted to the Governor
Overview
Modifies the definition of transmission line to exclude substations and switchyards.
History
To build a transmission line, a utility is required to apply for and obtain a Certificate of
Environmental Compatibility (Certificate) from the ACC and the Power Plant and
Transmission Line Siting Committee (Committee) established by Laws 1971, Chapter 67.
The Committee reviews the application, conducts hearings, takes testimony from affected
parties and evaluates evidence to determine if specified factors related to technical feasibility
and environmental impact are met. If an application is approved by the Committee, the
Certificate is forwarded to the ACC for review and final approval (A.R.S. §§ 40-360.03, 40-
360.04, 40-360.06, 40-360.07).
Under current law, a transmission line is subject to the review and approval process if it
consists of: 1) five or more new structures that span more than one mile in length as measured
from the first structure outside of the substation; 2) a switchyard or generating site to which
the line connects to the fifth structure; and 3) aboveground structures that support
conductors transmitting electricity at a nominal voltage of 150,000 volts or more. The current
definition of transmission line excludes structures located on the substation, switchyard or
generating site to which the line connects (A.R.S. § 40-360).
Provisions
1. Modifies the definition of transmission line to exclude substations and switchyards.
2. Makes a technical change.
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