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NJ S4938
Bill
Status
12/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Anthony M. Bucco
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AI Summary
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Requires the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to collect electricity load-forecasting information from all electric public utilities in New Jersey that they provide to PJM Interconnection
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Mandates BPU to analyze load-forecasting data and coordinate with PJM to ensure forecasts are incorporated into regional planning in a fair, accurate, and non-duplicative manner
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Requires BPU to work with PJM and other state regulatory authorities to prevent double-counting of new large loads, such as data centers, and customer contracts across the region
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Establishes annual reporting requirements to the Governor and Legislature beginning June 30, 2026, summarizing collected data, analysis, and coordination efforts
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Takes effect immediately and expires in 2035 after the final annual report is submitted
Legislative Description
"Load Forecast Accountability Act"; requires BPU to review electricity load forecasting in State.
Economic Growth
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
12/4/2025