HB 3895
Requires the Public Utility Commission to study utilities.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Climate, Energy, and Environment
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Bill overview
House Bill 3895 directs Oregon’s Public Utility Commission (PUC) to conduct a study of the state’s utilities. The PUC is required to submit a report detailing its findings, including potential legislative recommendations, to the relevant legislative committees by September 15, 2026. This study is temporary and will conclude on January 2, 2027.
Key provisions
- The Public Utility Commission (PUC) must conduct a study of utilities in Oregon.
- The PUC must submit a report of its findings to the Legislative Assembly’s interim committees related to energy.
- The report deadline is September 15, 2026.
- The PUC study is subject to a sunset provision, expiring on January 2, 2027.
Who is affected
- Oregon Public Utility Commission
- Oregon Legislative Assembly
- Oregon Utilities
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a specific study by the PUC.
- It establishes a timeline for the PUC to submit its findings to the legislature.
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