SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Last night, the Minnesota House passed HF 7, the 100% Clean Electricity by 2040 bill, requiring that the state’s utilities use entirely carbon-free sources for electricity production by 2040. Rep. Sandra Feist (DFL - New Brighton) co-authored and voted for the legislation.
“My community has told me that climate change is a major concern and priority for them,” said Rep. Feist. “With this bill, we can protect clean air and water, create clean energy jobs, and safeguard against volatile fossil fuel prices. Furthermore, the next generation of Minnesotans is clear that lawmakers must act to defend their future. Today, the House made a major step forward to tackle the climate crisis.”
This bill removes barriers to setting up carbon-free and renewable power sources and invests in green energy jobs right here in Minnesota. This would put Minnesota on track with over twenty other states that have also adopted similar goals.
The Senate Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate Committee passed the bill yesterday, and Gov. Walz has signaled he will sign the bill into law.