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NJ A1858
NJ A1858Requires certain telecommunications, cable television, and public utility service providers to notify BPU of service discontinuance to public entities 14 business days prior to shutoff.
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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 certain telecommunications, cable television, and public utility service providers to notify the Division of Customer Assistance in the Board of Public Utilities, in writing, of any pending service discontinuance due to an unpaid bill at least 14 business days prior to discontinuing service to any property owned or operated by a board of education, local government unit, or State agency. The notice is to include the name of the customer of record, the location of the premises, the amount owed, a statement of account including payment history, the method of and attempts made for negotiation and resolution, and the scheduled service discontinuance date.
AI Summary
This bill requires telecommunications, cable television, and public utility service providers to notify the Division of Customer Assistance within the Board of Public Utilities (BPU), a state agency that regulates utilities, in writing, at least 14 business days before discontinuing service to any property owned or operated by a board of education, local government unit, or State agency due to an unpaid bill. The notification must include specific details such as the customer's name, the service location, the amount owed, a summary of the account and payment history, information about any attempts made to negotiate a resolution, and the planned date for service shutoff. This measure aims to provide public entities with ample time to address outstanding bills and prevent disruptions to essential services.
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 |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1858 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2000/1858_I1.HTM |
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