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NJ A1959
NJ A1959Prohibits telecommunications, utility or cable television companies from charging certain customers prior to actual billing due date.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits telecommunications, utility or cable television companies from charging certain customers prior to actual billing due date.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits telecommunications, electric, gas, and cable television companies from charging customers who pay via credit card or direct debit before their actual billing due date, unless the customer explicitly agrees to an earlier charge. The bill defines "credit card customer" and "direct debit customer" as those who authorize automatic payments, and clarifies that companies can still charge early if the customer specifically requests it through approved methods like phone calls. The Board of Public Utilities, or a successor agency, is tasked with enforcing these provisions and can adopt necessary rules and regulations, with the act taking effect 90 days after enactment.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (8)
Kevin Egan (D)*,
Annette Quijano (D)*,
William Sampson (D)*,
Katie Brennan (D),
Linda Carter (D),
Carol Murphy (D),
Gerry Scharfenberger (R),
Shanique Speight (D),
Last Action
Reported out of Assembly Comm. with Amendments, 2nd Reading (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1959 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1959_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement ACO 2/12/26 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1959_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1959_I1.HTM |
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