I would hope that as you work through these issues if you see areas where those statutes, which as you point out are decades old, could stand some upgrading or improvement or modernization, you will let this Committee know so that we can work with you to be sure you have the legislative and statutory tools necessary to respond to today's market conditions.
On the recordSeptember 6, 2017
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Senator King emphasizes the need for updating outdated statutes to meet modern energy challenges.
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