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This bill requires the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), a state agency that oversees utility companies, to study how the "public benefits charge" is shown on residential electric bills. This charge is a fee added to electricity bills to fund programs that benefit the public, such as energy efficiency initiatives or renewable energy development. The study, which must be completed by January 1, 2027, will assess if the current bills clearly explain what this charge covers and, if not, will propose ways to improve customer understanding. This includes suggesting new categories on bills to make costs and benefits of programs funded by these charges more transparent, and will involve getting input from electric distribution companies, which are the companies that deliver electricity to homes and businesses. The findings and recommendations will then be reported to the state legislature's energy committee.

Transportation and Infrastructure

Energy and Technology Committee (Joint)

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