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Bill > A3250
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires public utilities to provide additional information in a consumer utility bills. Specifically, the bill requires a public utility that has been approved for an increase in an individual rate, joint rate, toll, charge, or schedule by the Board of Public Utilities (board) to provide a bill insert to the affected customers. The bill requires the bill insert to be provided in 12-point font, be written in plain language, in both English and Spanish, and include, but not be limited to: (1) an itemized list of any increases to an individual rate, joint rate, toll, charge, or schedule affecting that customer; and (2) an explanation of the reasoning behind any increases. It is the sponsor's intent that this bill will make public utilities billing practices more transparent and lead to greater accountability.
AI Summary
This bill requires public utilities, which are companies that provide essential services like electricity or water, to provide more detailed information on customer bills when their rates or charges have been increased and approved by the Board of Public Utilities, a state agency that oversees these companies. Specifically, affected customers must receive a bill insert, written in plain language and in both English and Spanish, using a 12-point font. This insert must clearly list any specific rate increases that apply to that customer and explain the reasons behind those increases, aiming to make utility billing practices more transparent and hold utilities more accountable for their pricing.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3250 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3500/3250_I1.HTM |
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