Requiring a competitive bid process for the permitting of electric transmission lines.

Summary

The bill would require Kansas electric utilities to demonstrate that any new transmission line whose costs are recovered through a regional transmission organization was awarded after an open, fair competitive bid. The Public Utilities Commission must verify this evidence before issuing a siting permit, and utilities would pay the costs of any related hearings. The goal is to help keep electric rates lower by ensuring cost‑effective construction.

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