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LC 2605

Transfer the state building energy conservation program to the Dept. of Administration A&E division

2025 Regular Session

Summary of LC 2605: Transfer the state building energy conservation program OverviewBill Number: LC 2605 Title: Transfer the state building energy conservation program to the Dept

(LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
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Bill Summary · LC 2605

Summary of LC 2605: Transfer the state building energy conservation program

Overview

Bill Number: LC 2605
Title: Transfer the state building energy conservation program to the Dept. of Administration A&E division
Status: (LC) Draft Delivered to Requester
Introduced: December 10, 2024

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to transfer the administration and oversight of the state's building energy conservation program from the Department of Environmental Quality to the Architecture and Engineering (A&E) division within the Department of Administration. The intent is to consolidate energy efficiency efforts for state-owned buildings under a single agency to improve coordination and implementation.

Key Provisions

  • Transfers all duties, functions, and appropriations related to the state building energy conservation program from the Department of Environmental Quality to the A&E division of the Department of Administration
  • Requires the A&E division to administer the program, including setting energy efficiency standards, conducting audits, and overseeing retrofit projects for state-owned facilities
  • Directs the A&E division to develop a comprehensive plan to achieve a 20% reduction in energy use across all state buildings within 10 years
  • Authorizes the A&E division to hire additional staff and contractors as needed to carry out the expanded responsibilities

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • State government agencies and departments that own or operate state facilities will be required to comply with the energy efficiency standards and programs administered by the A&E division
  • The Department of Environmental Quality will no longer have any responsibilities related to the state building energy conservation program
  • Taxpayers may see cost savings from reduced energy use in state buildings, though there may be upfront costs for efficiency upgrades

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill is currently in draft form (LC 2605) and has not yet been formally introduced in the state legislature. If enacted, the transfer of the program to the A&E division would take effect at the start of the next fiscal year, July 1, 2025. The A&E division would then have 12 months to develop the comprehensive energy reduction plan for state facilities.

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

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