Bill > SF701

This bill addresses the installation of smart meter gateway devices by electric utilities in Minnesota, requiring explicit written consent from property owners. A smart meter gateway device is defined as an electric utility meter or related device located at a residence or business that can communicate with, monitor, or control electrical appliances and equipment. The bill mandates that electric utilities cannot install such devices without obtaining written permission from the property owner, and must create a specific opt-in form that clearly explains the optional nature of the installation and provides a definition of the device. The form must be in 12-point boldface type and emphasize that service will not be affected if the owner declines to opt in. Additionally, when enrolling a customer for electrical service, utilities must disclose in writing whether a smart meter gateway device has been installed and, upon written request from the property owner, must remove or allow the removal of such devices. This legislation aims to give property owners more control over the technology installed on their premises and increase transparency about smart meter technologies.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0701&ssn=0&y=2025