HB 1279

The bill requires a public utility to provide, at least 90 days before beginning the construction or extension of a new facility, line, plant, or system, notice by certified mail to each owner of private real property that will be used as a result of the construction or extension and to publish notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the area of the real property. The bill requires a public utility to host at least one in-person public meeting at least 30 days after, but no later than 60 days after, providing notice. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)