Provides that in the siting of new electric transmission facilities, priority shall be given to major electric transmission facilities that are proposed to be sited in existing rights-of-way including those owned by an electric corporation or distribution utility, or by the state, including any subdivision thereof, or a state public authority, for state highway or transportation purposes, and railroad corridors.
Impact
If enacted, A10830 is expected to streamline the process of establishing new electric transmission lines across New York State. By specifying preferred routes, the legislation seeks to minimize environmental disruption and optimize the reliability of the electric supply system. The requirement for coordination between the commissioner of transportation and utility developers is also designed to enhance the efficiency of planning and implementation of these projects while considering public safety and existing infrastructure.
Summary
Bill A10830, introduced by Assembly members McMahon and McDonald, proposes amendments to the public service law and the highway law related to the siting of new electric transmission facilities. The bill prioritizes specific corridors for the installation of high-voltage transmission lines, favoring existing utility corridors, followed by highway and railway corridors, recreational trails where construction can be done underground, and finally new corridors if necessary. This structured approach aims to address economic feasibility, engineering considerations, reliability of the electric grid, and environmental protection.
Contention
Notably, the bill could spark debate over local versus state control in the siting of transmission lines and the environmental impacts of placing infrastructure along highways or recreational areas. Opponents might argue that prioritizing utility corridors and highways could increase the likelihood of environmental degradation in sensitive areas, while proponents may emphasize the need for modernized infrastructure to support energy demands. Additionally, concerns may be raised regarding the adequacy of environmental protections and the effectiveness of coordination with local communities in the development of these corridors.
Same As
Provides that in the siting of new electric transmission facilities, including high-voltage transmission lines, the following corridors shall be utilized in the following order of priority in accordance with feasibility of economic and engineering considerations, reliability of the electric system and the protection of the environment: existing utility corridors; highway (interstate, freeway and state trunk) and railroad corridors; recreational trails, to the extent that the facilities may be constructed below ground and that the facilities do not significantly impact environmentally sensitive areas; and new corridors; provides that the commissioner of transportation shall engage in coordination activities with a utility or transmission line developer to review requested highway corridors for possible permitted locations of transmission lines.
Provides that in the siting of new electric transmission facilities, including high-voltage transmission lines, the following corridors shall be utilized in the following order of priority in accordance with feasibility of economic and engineering considerations, reliability of the electric system and the protection of the environment: existing utility corridors; highway (interstate, freeway and state trunk) and railroad corridors; recreational trails, to the extent that the facilities may be constructed below ground and that the facilities do not significantly impact environmentally sensitive areas; and new corridors; provides that the commissioner of transportation shall engage in coordination activities with a utility or transmission line developer to review requested highway corridors for possible permitted locations of transmission lines.
Public utilities: electric utilities; electronic transmission infrastructure; allow to use existing rights-of-way. Amends sec. 13 of 1925 PA 368 (MCL 247.183) & adds sec. 13a.
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