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NJ A565
NJ A565"Joe Piscopo Utility Emergency Call Center Act of 2025"; requires percentage of electric and gas public utilities' emergency call centers to be located within NJ.
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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, which is designated as the "Joe Piscopo Utility Emergency Call Center Act of 2025," requires each electric and gas public utility to maintain a percentage of its emergency call center operations within New Jersey.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Joe Piscopo Utility Emergency Call Center Act of 2025," mandates that electric and gas public utilities, which are companies that provide electricity or gas to customers, must ensure that at least 40 percent of their emergency call center operations are located within New Jersey. An emergency call center is defined as a facility or operation where workers handle phone calls, emails, or other electronic communications to assist customers, especially during emergencies. This requirement aims to keep a significant portion of these critical customer service functions within the state.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A565 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/565_I1.HTM |
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