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HB 5248

AN ACT CONCERNING ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND TRANSMISSION PLANNING.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jane Garibay and 6 co-sponsors

Connecticut bill establishing energy efficiency standards and transmission infrastructure planning requirements to modernize the electrical grid and reduce consumption.

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Bill Summary · HB 5248

Legislative bill overview

HB 5248 addresses energy efficiency standards and electrical transmission infrastructure planning in Connecticut. The bill, sponsored by Representative Mary Mushinsky, has been referred to the Joint Committee on Energy and Technology following a public hearing in late February 2026. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, but the title suggests it targets both demand-side efficiency improvements and supply-side grid modernization.

Why is this important

Energy efficiency and transmission planning directly affect electricity costs, grid reliability, and Connecticut's ability to meet climate goals. These investments influence residential and business energy bills, job creation in green industries, and the state's competitiveness in transitioning to renewable energy sources. Modernized transmission infrastructure is essential for integrating distributed solar, wind, and battery storage systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost allocation: Who bears the expense of efficiency upgrades and transmission improvements—ratepayers, taxpayers, or utilities—and whether costs are distributed equitably across income levels
  • Timeline and mandates: Whether efficiency standards are aggressive enough to meet climate commitments or so stringent they impose unrealistic compliance burdens on businesses and homeowners
  • Environmental trade-offs: How transmission corridor planning balances grid modernization needs against land use, property rights, and ecosystem impacts

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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