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NJ S3374
Bill
Status
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carmen Amato
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AI Summary
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Electric public utilities cannot charge customers for electricity usage or provision during any service interruption (cessation of electric service)
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Fixed charges not tied to electricity usage must be reduced proportionately based on the duration of service interruptions during each billing cycle
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Electric public utilities must repair damaged or defective street lights under their jurisdiction within 10 business days of receiving notice
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Utilities cannot bill customers for electricity or fixed charges associated with a street light until repairs are completed
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The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment in New Jersey
Legislative Description
Prohibits electric public utilities from billing customers for certain services during service interruptions and requires repair of certain street lights.
Economic Growth
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
2/5/2026