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NJ S260

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Brian Stack

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Board of Public Utilities (BPU) must create and maintain a real-time online database of scheduled utility service work to help government agencies coordinate roadwork and other public right-of-way projects

  • Utility service providers (electric, gas, sewerage, water utilities and underground facility operators) must submit electronic notice of scheduled service work to BPU at least five business days before performing the work

  • Emergency service work is exempt from the five-day notice requirement, but providers must submit notice as soon as possible after the emergency begins

  • The online database must be accessible to all government agencies and utility service providers to maximize communication and coordination among parties potentially impacted by scheduled work

  • The act takes effect immediately but remains inoperative for 60 days following enactment to allow for implementation

Legislative Description

Requires utility service providers to notify BPU of scheduled service work; permits government agencies and utility service providers to access BPU online database of scheduled service work.

Economic Growth

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Economic Growth1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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