Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends utility restrictions and regulations.

Highlights:

• Prohibits municipalities from requiring utilities use only certain types of energy sources, (I.E. renewable) or conversely, prohibiting a utility from using fossil fuels (Sec. 1).

• Specifies municipalities may still take other steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Sec. 1).

• Defines municipality as county, city, borough, town, municipal authority, or other similar unit (Sec. 1).

• Establishes effective date of 60 days after enactment (Sec. 2).

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