HB1666 Requiring capacity planning in the state 10-year energy strategy.
Requiring capacity planning in the state 10-year energy strategy.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Better energy capacity planning prevents supply shortages that cause electricity price spikes for consumers and businesses.
Your Community
Reliable energy supply is essential for economic development, healthcare facilities, and community resilience.
Your Freedom
Strategic planning requirement for government agencies; does not restrict personal freedoms.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted DV 178-149 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 132
Sponsor
Kat McGhee (D)
The Short Version
Would require the state's 10-year energy strategy to include capacity planning, ensuring NH has adequate electricity generation and transmission to meet future demand. Without capacity planning, the state risks power shortages and price spikes.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ All NH electricity ratepayers
- ▲ Businesses planning investments in NH
- ▲ Communities vulnerable to power outages
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ State agencies tasked with additional planning requirements
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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