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NJ A5583
Bill
Status
12/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Linda Carter
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AI Summary
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Prohibits electric and gas utilities from charging multi-unit dwelling residents meter-reading fees that exceed the cost of their actual electricity or gas usage for that billing cycle
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Targets customers who have opted out of smart meter installation and are subject to manual meter-reading fees
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Defines "smart meter" to include basic hourly interval meters, one-way communication meters, and real-time meters with two-way communication capability
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Applies to all public utilities that transmit and distribute electricity or distribute gas to end users in New Jersey
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits certain public utilities from charging residents of multi-unit dwellings meter-reading fees in certain circumstances.
Economic Growth
Last Action
Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
1/6/2026