A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1043.)
Impact
The bill represents a shift in how emissions management for coal-powered facilities is regulated in Iowa. By providing these facilities with greater autonomy to manage their emission plans, the legislation seeks to make it easier for utilities to respond to changing environmental requirements and potentially reduce costs associated with compliance. However, this also raises questions regarding the effectiveness of emission controls, as reduced oversight could lead to a lax approach in managing pollution.
Summary
Senate File 198 is a legislative measure focused on electric power generating facility emissions in Iowa. The bill allows facilities powered by coal to create or update multiyear plans and budgets aimed at managing emissions in a cost-effective manner. Previously, regulations required these facilities to submit initial plans by a specific deadline and to update them regularly. SF198 aims to streamline this process by allowing facilities the discretion to file updates rather than enforcing mandatory timelines, thereby enhancing flexibility in compliance with emission controls.
Contention
Key points of contention surrounding SF198 include concerns from environmental advocates and some policymakers regarding the potential weakening of environmental protections due to decreased oversight of emissions. Critics fear that allowing utilities to have more discretion may result in less thorough planning and implementation of pollution controls, which could compromise air quality. Additionally, the bill's immediate enactment upon passing raises further concerns about its implications and the lack of adequate public discourse prior to implementation.
Similar To
A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 73.) Effective date: 04/28/2023. Applicability date: 04/28/2023.
Related
A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(See SF 198.)
Related
A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(See HF 248.)
A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 73.) Effective date: 04/28/2023. Applicability date: 04/28/2023.
A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(See SF 198.)
A bill for an act relating to electric power generating facility emission plans and projects, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(See HF 248.)
A bill for an act relating to electric power generation, energy storage, and transmission facility ratemaking principles, and including applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 658.)
A bill for an act relating to electric power generation, energy storage, and transmission facility ratemaking principles, and including applicability provisions.
A bill for an act relating to electric power generation, energy storage, and transmission facility ratemaking principles, and including applicability provisions.(See HF 2554.)
A bill for an act relating to electric transmission lines and electric transmission owners, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 3176.)
A bill for an act relating to electric transmission lines and electric transmission owners, and including effective date and applicability provisions.(Formerly HSB 698.)
A bill for an act relating to construction projects transporting electricity and water and including retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly HSB 246.) Effective date: 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 09/01/2020.