Nevadans to vote on breaking up energy monopoly
By Michelle Rindels, AP
A proposed ballot measure called the Energy Choice Initiative aims to deregulate electrical service in Nevada, opening up the market to providers other than NV Energy — the sole provider in most parts of the state. Here are things to know about Question 3:
How does it work?
If the measure passes this year and again in 2018, it will amend the Nevada Constitution to add the right for customers to choose their energy provider and to produce their own power to sell to others. It directs the Nevada Legislature to pass laws authorizing an open, competitive electricity market by mid-2023.
A “yes” vote supports the changes to the Constitution; a “no” vote keeps the Constitution the same.
