Arkansas Code Title 23. Public Utilities and Regulated Industries § 23-18-1102. Legislative findings and purpose

(1) Promote and encourage the use of existing electric generating units to the maximum extent practicable by seeking to ensure that each existing electric generating unit remains operational for the full useful life of each existing electric generating unit; and

(2) Foster investment, as appropriate, in existing electric generating units to extend the useful life of such units.

(1) Ensure that Arkansas continues to have reliable and affordable electricity by confirming that each existing electric generating unit is used to the maximum extent of its useful life; and

(2) Encourage the use of existing electric generating units by consumers.