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NJ S1844

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Latham Tiver

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public utilities providing gas, electric, water, or sewer service must notify affected customers by direct mail when they reach a rate settlement agreement that would increase rates, tolls, charges, or schedules.

  • The mailed notification must include an explanation of the proposed settlement and a detailed justification for the proposed rate increase.

  • Customer notification must occur before the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) holds its final vote on the settlement agreement.

  • The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Requires public utilities to mail customers detailed explanation of rate settlement agreements prior to final BPU vote.

Economic Growth

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Economic Growth1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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