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DE SB60

Bill

Status

Passed

7/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Stephanie Hansen

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Origin

Senate

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the Delaware Public Service Commission from allowing regulated utilities to use customer funds to subsidize nonregulated activities

  • Bars public utilities from recovering costs for lobbying activities, political contributions, or organizational dues used for lobbying at any level of government

  • Prevents utilities from passing on charitable giving expenses to customers, including contributions to 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations

  • Restricts recovery of advertising and public relations expenses that promote the utility's brand, influence public opinion, or create goodwill, unless directly related to required or authorized programs

  • Allows cost recovery for advertising related to safety, service interruptions, energy conservation, renewable energy, consumer education, income-based services, and employment opportunities

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 26 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Public Utilities And Utility Rates.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/16/2025

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources & Energy3/25/2025
Environment, Energy & Transportation2/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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