A+ Energy Act establishment

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Zach Duckworth and 4 co-sponsors

The bill aims to establish a new energy program or standards called the "A+ Energy Act," shaping energy policy and regulation in Minnesota.

Referred to Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate

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Overview

Bill number and title: SF 1924, “A+ Energy Act Establishment”

Status: Referred to the joint committee on Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate

Introduced: February 27, 2025

Classification/Subject: Commerce and Commerce Department; Energy; Public Utilities and Public Utilities Commission; Popular Names

Note: The actual text of the bill (the specific provisions) is not provided in the information available here. The summary below reflects only the metadata and what can be reasonably inferred from the bill’s title and committee assignment.

What we know from the bill’s metadata

SF 1924 is categorized as a commerce- and energy-related measure, likely involving the Minnesota Department of Commerce, energy policy, and public utilities oversight or regulation (Public Utilities Commission, utilities).

The bill has been introduced and assigned to the Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate committee for consideration.

What the bill appears to aim to do (based on the title)

The title “A+ Energy Act Establishment” suggests creating a new energy program, framework, or standards described as “A+.” Without the full text, the exact purpose (e.g., energy efficiency standards, clean energy development, funding programs, or regulatory reforms) cannot be confirmed.

The act may seek to set performance targets, eligibility criteria, or implementation timelines intended to advance energy efficiency, reliability, affordability, or emissions reductions within Minnesota.

Key provisions (not available in provided text)

The actual provisions, including any:

Definitions and scope
State agency roles and responsibilities
Funding mechanisms or revenue sources
Compliance, reporting, and enforcement
Consumer protections
Timelines for implementation and any phase-in periods
Interaction with utilities, ratepayers, and the Public Utilities Commission

Because the bill text is not included here, specific provisions, fiscal impact, and regulatory changes cannot be detailed.

Who would be affected

Likely affected entities (inferred from the subject matter):

Minnesota Department of Commerce
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
Energy utilities and possibly municipal utilities
Consumers and ratepayers
Energy developers and energy project stakeholders

The exact beneficiaries, costs, or regulatory changes would depend on the bill’s explicit provisions.

Procedural timeline and next steps

Introduced and first reading: February 27, 2025

Committee referral: Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate

Next steps (typical):

Committee hearings and testimony
Amendment and markup by the committee
Possible floor consideration by the Senate (and later the House, if applicable)
Release of fiscal note or impact statements (if required)

How to access more information

To obtain the full, official text and any fiscal notes or amendments, check the Minnesota Legislature’s website:

Search for “SF 1924” (Senate File) with the introduced date
Review the “Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate” committee docket for hearings and amendments
Look for the bill’s fiscal impact statement and any accompanying analyses

If you’d like, I can monitor updates and provide a follow-up summary once the bill text or amendments become available.

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