CO SB282

Requires the Public Utilities Commission to adopt rules by January 31, 2014, creating an exemption from tiered electricity rate plans for customers with medical conditions, with implementation by June 1, 2014.

Mandates the exemption apply to individuals with physician-verified heat-sensitive medical conditions or need for essential life support devices, specifically including multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, quadriplegia, and paraplegia.

Requires the commission to establish a cost recovery mechanism for implementing and providing the medical exemption.

Sets the maximum household income eligibility at 250 percent of the federal poverty level if the commission determines a means test is necessary.

Requires the medical exemption to be distinguishable from low-income energy assistance program heat benefits if that program is used for certification, due to different eligibility requirements.