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CT SB00569

Bill

Status

Passed

6/23/2015

Primary Sponsor

Energy and Technology Committee

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Origin

Senate

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to investigate whether small community water systems have adequate rates to maintain economic viability and provide adequate service
  • Defines "small community water system" as a water system not required to submit a water supply plan under section 25-32d
  • Requires the authority to issue an order within 150 days prescribing appropriate service and rates, after consulting with the Office of Consumer Counsel and Attorney General regarding financial impact on ratepayers
  • Mandates that rate increases of 100 percent or more be phased in over a two-year period
  • Allows any interested party to request a hearing, which must be held within 30 days of the request, with the authority having additional time to issue orders if a hearing occurs

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Small Community Water Systems.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/23/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Health4/22/2015
Energy and Technology1/22/2015

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