Members approved regulations (R182‑24, R202‑24) that clarify how alternative rate‑making proposals interact with general rate cases and extend integrated resource planning to gas utilities; staff and the Public Utilities Commission explained consumer safeguards and timing.

Public comments reveal frustration over utility rate increases and demand for greater accountability and transparency.

The board adopted a regional plan amendment to establish a utility site and corridor to accommodate a new substation and two 120 kV lines on BLM land; staff said the change conforms to the regional plan and that an older 120 kV line will be removed after construction.

The Truckee Meadows Regional Planning Governing Board adopted RPGB Resolution 25-04 to amend the 2024 regional plan to add a regional utility site for the Sunseeker 250-megawatt solar facility and associated electrical substation. Staff said the change conforms with regional policies and Washoe County already approved a conditional use permit.

Public Utilities Commission to examine cost-sharing mechanisms and enforce utility overcharge refunds.

Commission to examine customer rate impacts and cost-sharing for purchased fuel and power.

Bill expands public utilities eligibility for simplified rate change procedures in Nevada.