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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require the approval by the Department of Public Utilities of proposed rate increases by electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to approve any proposed rate increases by electric companies before they can be implemented. It defines a "rate increase" broadly to include any upward adjustment to rates or charges for various electricity-related services. The bill mandates that the DPU hold public hearings and investigations into the propriety of the proposed rate increases, and allows the DPU to suspend the changes pending its decision. Additionally, the DPU must periodically review approved rate increases and make orders to decrease them if necessary. The bill also requires the DPU to provide notice of proposed rate increases to the chief executive officers of affected cities and towns, and to hold public hearings within those municipalities upon request.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4651 (on 06/25/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1762 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1762.pdf |
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