66-1246. Research and development expenditures, investments; inclusion in rates, when. The state corporation commission shall allow an electric public utility, as defined in K.S.A. 66-101a, and amendments thereto, to include in rates the utility's prudent expenditures for research and development by the utility or for investment in research and development by research centers determined by the commission to be nationally recognized, provided such research and development expenditures or investments are intended to enhance reliability or efficiency of electric utility service.

History: L. 2004, ch. 120, § 8; July 1.