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AZ SB1655

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2021

Primary Sponsor

Juan Mendez

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-fifth Legislature - First Regular Session (2021)

AI Summary

  • Prohibits utilities from disconnecting heating service if temperature is forecasted to drop below 32°F or air conditioning service if temperature is forecasted to exceed 90°F.

  • Requires utilities to offer reasonable payment arrangements (at least 6 months without interest) before disconnecting service; disconnection permitted only after customer defaults on the arrangement.

  • Prevents disconnection for customers with household income at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines who make minimum payments, or households containing elderly persons (65+), disabled residents, pregnant women, children under 5, or persons using life-support equipment.

  • Allows utilities to delay disconnection for 30 days upon written notice from a medical professional that service disconnection would be detrimental to a customer's health, with potential for an additional 30-day delay if the medical condition persists.

  • Requires utilities to inform customers in writing of available low-income assistance programs and payment assistance resources before disconnecting service.

Legislative Description

Electricity; gas; disconnection prohibited

Prohibition

Last Action

Senate read second time

2/4/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules2/4/2021
Natural Resources, Energy and Water2/3/2021

Full Bill Text

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