AL HB340

Proposes a local constitutional amendment for Shelby County to bring certain privately owned sewer systems under Public Service Commission jurisdiction for rate regulation and consumer protection.

Applies to privately owned sewer systems that use public rights-of-way of public roads, discharge to Grade III or higher wastewater treatment facilities, and have residential or commercial customers billed by flat fee or water usage.

Public Service Commission shall certify and regulate these utilities in accordance with Title 22 and Title 37 of the Alabama Code, excluding subdivision (4) of Section 22-25B-7 and Section 22-25B-8.

Allows Shelby County or municipalities to opt out of PSC regulation if they enter into rate control agreements with sewer system entities, and permits opting back in if the agreement terminates, becomes invalid, or unenforceable.

Election to be held according to Sections 284 and 284.01 of the Alabama Constitution with ballot language asking voters to approve bringing certain privately owned sewer systems under PSC jurisdiction.