SB551Introduced in the Senate
Energy load flexibility protocols; SCC et al., to evaluate high electric demand customers, report.
Introduced by Kannan Srinivasan, District 32
What does this bill do?
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Official description
State Corporation Commission; work group; energy load flexibility protocols; high electric demand customers; report. Directs the State Corporation Commission to convene a work group to evaluate and assess energy load flexibility protocols for high electric demand customers, including any commercial or industrial customer located in the Commonwealth with an electricity demand of greater than 50 megawatts. In conducting its assessment, the work group shall consider factors as outlined in the bill, provide an analysis of the current regulatory framework in the Commonwealth regarding high electric demand customers, and develop recommendations for improving load flexibility protocols and demand response management programs by electric utilities or the regional transmission entity. The work group shall include members as outlined in the bill and shall submit a report of its findings and recommendations by November 1, 2026. This bill is a recommendation of the Commission on Electric Utility Regulation.
Where it stands
Incorporated by Commerce and Labor (SB371-McPike) (15-Y 0-N)
February 9, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Incorporated by Commerce and Labor (SB371-McPike) (15-Y 0-N) · February 9, 2026
15
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
15 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Obenshain | 2 | Yes |
| William Stanley | 7 | Yes |
| Mark Peake | 8 | Yes |
| Creigh Deeds | 11 | Yes |
| Lamont Bagby | 14 | Yes |
| Louise Lucas | 18 | Yes |
| Bill DeSteph | 20 | Yes |
| Aaron Rouse | 22 | Yes |
| Mamie Locke | 23 | Yes |
| Ryan McDougle | 26 | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104617D
Referred to Committee on Commerce and Labor
Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB551)
Incorporated by Commerce and Labor (SB371-McPike) (15-Y 0-N)
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