Adopt the Affordable American Energy and Jobs Act and change distribution provisions relating to the nameplate capacity tax

Summary

The bill adopts a model act that defines affordable American energy (wind, solar, biomass, geothermal, hydropower, battery storage) and obliges private electric suppliers to sell all power from new projects to Nebraska public power districts or similar public bodies for the life of the facility. It also directs the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment to develop non‑binding best‑practice guidelines for siting these projects, creates a cash fund for education, and lets counties that adopt the guidelines receive additional nameplate capacity tax revenue. The measure is intended to lower electricity costs, create local jobs, and expand low‑carbon energy sources.

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