02.04.2025 The House Labor, Commerce and Industry Public Utilities subcommittee gave this bill a favorable report as amended. The amendments add ratepayer protections and oversight by the Public Utility Review Committee and keeps the consumer advocate at the SC Department of Consumer Affairs. The amendments also encourage the development of nuclear infusion, allows the bill’s language to apply to water and other utilities by removing the word “electric,” and closes loopholes on permit applications.

01.29.2025 The House Labor, Commerce and Industry Public Utilities subcommittee met and heard testimony but did not take action on the bill. 

01.15.2025 The House Labor, Commerce and Industry Public Utilities subcommittee met and heard testimony from stakeholders but did not take action on the bill.