Section 34-60-137 - Hydrogen study - report - repeal(1) The commission shall conduct a study and develop recommendations concerning the regulation and permitting of the underground storage of hydrogen, the transportation of hydrogen through pipelines, and any other underground hydrogen operations related to or interconnected with the commission's directive and regulatory authority in the state. The commission shall develop recommendations that:(a) Protect public health, safety, and welfare, including protection of the environment and wildlife resources;(b) Avoid adverse impacts on disproportionately impacted communities, as defined in section 24-4-109 (2)(b)(II); and(c) Consider any potential cumulative impacts, including impacts on air, water, soil, and the climate, associated with the development of the state's hydrogen resources.(2) In conducting the study, the commission shall consult with other state agencies, local governments, environmental justice organizations, and other relevant stakeholders.(3) No later than July 1, 2024, the commission shall:(a) Prepare a report summarizing the findings of the study, including the recommendations described in subsection (1) of this section;(b) Post the report on the commission's website; and(c) Submit the report to the general assembly.(4) The commission shall present the report described in subsection (3)(a) of this section to the energy and environment committee of the house of representatives and the transportation and energy committee of the senate, or any successor committees, during the 2025 legislative session.(5) This section is repealed, effective July 1, 2025.Added by 2023 Ch. 235,§ 19, eff. 7/1/2023.