SCS SB 6 -- MISSOURI ALTERNATIVE AND RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
COMMISSION

SPONSOR:  Klindt (Lager)

COMMITTEE ACTION:  Voted "do pass by consent" by the Committee on
Utilities by a vote of 16 to 0.

This substitute establishes the Missouri Alternative and
Renewable Energy Technology Commission to collect data for the
development and use of alternative energy sources; evaluate
existing programs that encourage the development and use of
alternative energy sources; create new programs to promote
alternative energy sources; and make recommendations to the
legislature on programs, developments, and uses for alternative
and renewable energy.  The commission members will include the
directors of the departments of Agriculture, Economic
Development, and Natural Resources and four members appointed by
the Governor, with knowledge of alternative and renewable energy
research, business, and a background in environmental
stewardship.

FISCAL NOTE:  No impact on state funds in FY 2006, FY 2007, and
FY 2008.

PROPONENTS:  Supporters say that Missouri must anticipate future
energy needs and be ready for whatever happens.  The bill
establishes the Missouri Alternative and Renewable Energy
Technology Commission to develop a guide to alternative and
renewable energy development, production, and use.

Testifying for the bill was Senator Klindt.

OPPONENTS:  There was no opposition voiced to the committee.

Kristina Jenkins, Legislative Analyst

Missouri House of Representatives
93rd General Assembly, 1st Regular Session
Last Updated August 25, 2005 at 1:21 pm