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Pennsylvania’s Yaw Bill
In a significant move for Pennsylvania’s energy sector, State Senator Gene Yaw has introduced a transformative piece of legislation aimed at modernizing the state's approach to power plant development and capacity management. The bill, which has been the subject of considerable discussion, proposes the establishment of a new loan fund to support power plant construction and renovation projects. This initiative is designed to address several key issues facing the state's energy infrastructure, including permitting delays,...
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