State water department may buy power from pumped hydro plants that got no state money
The Department of Water Resources may buy electricity from pumped hydroelectric plants of up to 500 megawatts without the old condition that the plant received direct state funding. The size limit stays.
Who it affects
Department of Water Resources and pumped hydroelectric project developers
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 2476: Electricity: integrated resource plans: Department of Water Resources: procurement.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.