DE SB56

Allows Public Service Commission (PSC) to determine notice methods for proceedings, including publication, direct mail, digital media, or combinations thereof instead of being bound by standard notice by publication requirements.

Changes PSC Commissioner compensation from $6,000 per year (struck through) to compensation as appropriated in the current fiscal year State operating budget.

Increases regulatory assessment on public utilities from 3 mills (0.003) to 4 mills (0.004) of gross operating revenue, effective for calendar year beginning January 1, 2024, with assessment floor of $10,000 minimum revenue.

Establishes Water Supply Coordinating Council with 28+ member organizations representing state agencies, utilities, municipalities, environmental groups, and business interests to coordinate water supply planning and projects across Delaware counties.

Authorizes public utilities to recover reasonable and prudently incurred capital and operating costs for water supply enhancement projects identified in Council reports, subject to PSC determination and approval.