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NJ A692

NJ A692
Requires public utilities to mail customers detailed explanation of rate settlement agreements prior to final BPU vote.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires a public utility to, upon arriving at a rate settlement agreement, the approval of which would increase individual rates, tolls, charges, or schedules of a public utility, notify customers in the service area affected by the settlement by direct mail prior to the final settlement decision before the Board of Public Utilities. The notification shall provide an explanation of the proposed settlement, including a detailed justification of the basis for the proposed settlement.

AI Summary

This bill requires public utilities that reach a rate settlement agreement, which would increase individual rates, tolls, charges, or schedules, to notify customers in the affected service area by direct mail prior to the final settlement decision before the Board of Public Utilities (BPU). The notification must provide an explanation of the proposed settlement, including a detailed justification of the basis for the proposed settlement. The term "public utility" in this context refers to utilities that provide gas, electric, water, or sewer service.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee (on 01/09/2024)

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