A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study the costs and benefits of continued membership in the PJM Interconnection.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to study the costs and benefits of Pennsylvania’s continued membership in the PJM Interconnection. The study will examine financial costs, reliability risks, and potential benefits, including access to electricity markets and economic development. Recent increases in PJM capacity market prices have prompted concerns about customer costs, leading to a governor’s complaint and a settlement agreement aimed at capping prices. The commission’s findings will be used to inform decisions about Pennsylvania’s future involvement with PJM.
Key provisions
- Assess the financial costs and reliability risks of PJM membership.
- Analyze potential financial and reliability benefits of PJM membership.
- Evaluate the impact of PJM membership on various stakeholders (residential, commercial, industrial).
- Initiate the study within 30 days and submit a progress report within 90 days.
- Complete and publish the final report within 180 days, including public comment opportunities.
- Ensure all study data and findings are publicly accessible.
- The final report must include detailed findings, recommendations, and a summary of public input.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania residents
- Pennsylvania businesses
- Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
- PJM Interconnection
- Electric power consumers
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- Pn 2539 Html
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Primary sponsor
Robert Matzie
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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