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14.8.221    ENERGY EMERGENCY STAGE 3

(1) Actions required in stage 3 of an energy emergency shall emphasize minimizing unem- ployment and other economic and social dislocations while pre-serving the generation, transmission and distribution system and bringing loads into balance with available supply.

(2) In stage 3 of an energy emergency the governor may issue orders as described in Section 90-4-310, MCA to:

(a) direct further implementation of programs, controls, standards, and priorities for the production, allocation and consumption of energy;

(b) direct further implementation of regional programs and agreements for the purpose of coordinating energy programs in the region;

(c) curtail usage by fixed percentages of specified large industrial customers if such curtailment is necessary to balance regional loads and resources;

(d) cease operations of specified large industrial customers after advance notice has been given to permit an orderly shutdown of operations;

(e) direct the implementation of other appropriate emergency actions.

(3) Where monitoring is required, each utility shall monitor compliance by its customers of the directives of stage 3 of an energy emergency as set forth in ARM 14.8.227.

(4) Termination of operations as required under subsection (2) shall be carried out by utilities and government entities as specified by the governor.

(5) Enforcement of the provisions of subsection (2) shall be carried out as set forth in ARM 14.8.228.

(6) Procedures for appeals and adjustments to mandatory action taken under subsection (2) are set forth in ARM 14.8.229 and ARM 14.8.230.

History: Sec. 90-4-316; IMP, Sec. 90-4-310, 90-4-312, and 90-4-314, MCA; NEW, 1980 MAR 2872, Eff. 10/16/80.

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