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NJ S3620
Bill
Status
4/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Burzichelli
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AI Summary
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Requires electric and gas public utilities using smart meters to establish an "Energy Bill Watch" program within 90 days of the law's effective date
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Mandates utilities send notifications on the 10th and 20th day of each billing cycle via text or email showing cumulative usage costs in dollars and consumption in kilowatt hours or therms
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Allows customers to set custom dollar threshold alerts and opt to receive billing cycle comparisons against previous periods or the same period in the prior year
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Automatically enrolls all smart meter customers in the program, with the option to opt out, and requires utilities to advertise the program via email, social media, websites, and customer bills
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Requires all utility bills to display the previous billing cycle amount, current billing cycle amount, and the difference between them, including all tariffs, fees, and taxes
Legislative Description
Requires electric and gas public utilities to establish "Energy Bill Watch" program and include certain information in bills and notices to customers.
Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor
Last Action
Approved P.L.2025, c.47.
4/22/2025