Legislation / NS129
NS129INTRODUCEDOTHERNOVA SCOTIA

Electric Utility Reliability Standards Act

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Bill overview

Bill NS129, “Electric Utility Reliability Standards Act”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-65-session-1.

Its latest recorded status is “Introduced”.

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What you need to know

The Electric Utility Reliability Standards Act is currently at First Reading in the Nova Scotia Assembly. This bill aims to establish standards for electric utility reliability, ensuring that power systems operate safely and efficiently. It will likely require electric utilities to meet specific requirements for maintenance, operations, and emergency response, promoting a more resilient and reliable electricity supply for Nova Scotians.

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Key provisions

  1. 01This Act may be cited as the Electric Utility Reliability Standards Act.
  2. 02The Minister of Energy and Mines is responsible for the administration of this Act.
  3. 03The Minister must establish and maintain a set of reliability standards for electric utilities in Nova Scotia.
  4. 04The reliability standards must include requirements for the planning, operation, and maintenance of electric utility infrastructure.
  5. 05The Minister must consult with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board and the public before establishing or amending the reliability standards.

Vote roll

No division has been recorded for this bill yet.