Gov. Polis Signs Bill Countering Expensive Federal Coal Plant Orders
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Governor Polis signed HB26-1226 into law, requiring transparency on costs incurred from running coal units past retirement dates and directing the Public Utilities Commission to approve new resources to help the state reach its 2030 climate targets. The law also requires modern pollution controls for coal plants operating after 2033, countering the Trump Administration's 202(c) orders to keep coal plants operational beyond scheduled retirement dates. This move aims to reduce climate and air pollution while supporting coal communities and local workers. The law keeps Colorado aligned with its clean energy goals and provides protections for Coloradans' energy bills and clean air, with the state having already been affected by the Trump Administration's orders, which have cost Americans over $330 million.
💡 Why It Matters
- · By signing this bill, Colorado is pushing back against federal overreach and protecting its clean energy progress.
- · The state is safeguarding its residents from rising energy rates and harmful pollution emissions, particularly in communities surrounding coal plants.
