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HB 2741·WA·house

Concerning the electric transmission system.

IntroducedFiled Feb 25, 2026
Sponsor: Bernbaum
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First reading, referred to Environment & Energy (Not Officially read and referred until adoption of Introduction report).

Feb 25, 2026

Summary

The bill establishes a new authority to coordinate transmission planning, siting, and upgrades, aiming to boost reliability, resilience, and access to low‑cost renewable energy. It creates a ten‑member board appointed by the governor and tasks the Department of Commerce with identifying high‑priority transmission corridors. The measure targets utilities, developers, tribes, local governments and ratepayers as the grid expands to meet clean‑energy goals.

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