HF7 sets Renewable Energy Standards (RES) modifications, increases the proportion of a utility’s retail electric sales that are to be generated from renewable energy to 55 percent in 2035. The bill establishes a carbon-free resource standard for all covered electric utilities that starts at 80 percent in 2030 and increases incrementally to 100 percent by 2040.
The Minnesota State House of Representatives passed HF7 on January 26, 2023 by a vote of 70 to 60. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this expands government by pushing for interventions infringing on individual freedoms and economic liberties. Tax dollars should not go toward complying with any aspect of the UN’s Agenda 2030, as it is not constitutional. Additionally, this legislation creates more government interference in the free-market economy and advances the Marxist climate change agenda. Businesses should have the freedom to conduct business without the government meddling in their affairs by setting unrealistic and costly regulations.