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TN SB2232

TN SB2232
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 65 and Title 68, relative to utility metering.


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Introduced
01/30/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2024

Introduced Session

113th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, requires a utility to obtain written consent from the owner of residential or commercial property for which the utility provides services before the utility installs a smart meter for the property; requires a utility to obtain written confirmation from the owner of the property that the owner consents to the continued presence and use of the smart meter if a smart meter is already present. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 65 and Title 68.

AI Summary

This bill requires utility companies in Tennessee to obtain written consent from property owners before installing or continuing to use smart meters. If a property owner does not consent to a smart meter, the utility must offer the installation of an analog meter instead. The bill also prohibits utilities from charging additional fees to property owners based on their decision regarding smart meters. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Failed in Senate State and Local Government Committee (on 03/12/2024)

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