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NJ S3954
NJ S3954Requires public utilities to provide Energy Star-rated product and appliance rebates of no less than 20 percent of total cost of product or appliance.
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Introduced
03/19/2026
03/19/2026
In Committee
03/19/2026
03/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a public utility that offers a rebate program for the purchase of residential products and appliances bearing the federal Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star label as part of its energy efficiency program or peak demand reduction program, as approved by the Board of Public Utilities, to provide a rebate of no less than 20 percent of the total cost of the product or appliance.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that public utilities in New Jersey, when offering rebates for residential products and appliances that have earned the federal Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star label as part of their approved energy efficiency or peak demand reduction programs, must provide a rebate of at least 20% of the total purchase price of the Energy Star-rated item. The Energy Star label signifies that a product meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and this bill aims to incentivize consumers to purchase these more energy-efficient appliances by ensuring a substantial rebate is available. The Board of Public Utilities is the state agency responsible for approving these utility programs.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee (on 03/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3954 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S4000/3954_I1.HTM |
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