NJ S4773

Water utilities using smart meters must notify residential customers monthly (by the last day of each month) via mail, email, or text of their water usage in both dollars and gallons, based on data from at most two days prior

Customers must be given the option to set a custom dollar threshold that triggers an alert when reached, and to receive comparative usage reports showing current versus previous billing cycles or the same period from the prior year

Text message notifications require prior express consent from customers; utilities must send initial contact via bill insert or email explaining how to sign up for optional notices, opt out, and consent to texts

Every bill to smart meter customers must include the previous billing cycle amount, current billing cycle amount, the difference between them, and any tariffs, fees, or taxes assessed

Requirements apply to water public utilities, local authorities, and municipal utilities that use smart meters, taking effect 90 days after enactment