2006 Regular Session

HOUSE BILL 1671

File Code: Utility Regulation Crossfiled with: SENATE BILL 997
Sponsored By:
Delegates Minnick, Arnick, Cadden, Cane, DeBoy, Sophocleus, and Weir
Entitled:
Liquefied Natural Gas Facilities - Approval for Construction or Operation

Synopsis:

Prohibiting the construction or operation of a liquefied natural gas facility without the approval of the Public Service Commission; and prohibiting the Public Service Commission from granting any regulatory approval for the construction or operation of a liquefied natural gas facility that is located within 2 miles of a residence.

History by Legislative Date

House Action
3/2
First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
Senate Action
No Action

Sponsored by:

Delegate Joseph J. Minnick, District 6
Delegate John S. Arnick, District 6
Delegate Joan Cadden, District 31
Delegate Rudolph C. Cane, District 37A
Delegate Steven J. DeBoy, Sr., District 12A
Delegate Theodore Sophocleus, District 32
Delegate Michael H. Weir, Jr., District 6

Bill indexed under the following Subjects:

CONSTRUCTION
FUEL -see also- COAL
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
STORAGE

Bill affects the following Statute:

Public Utility Companies
( 11-101 )

Documents:

Bill Text (Displayed in PDF Format): First Reading, Third Reading, Enrolled
Fiscal Note: Not available at this time
Amendments: None offered