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PA HB172
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Lawrence
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AI Summary
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Amends Title 66 (Public Utilities) Section 1509 to prohibit electric and water utilities from billing customers for previously unbilled service that accrued more than 12 months prior
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Exceptions to the 12-month billing limit include delays caused by Public Utility Commission or court proceedings, or cases involving fraud, theft, or meter tampering
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Maintains existing requirements: residential customers must receive at least 20 days to pay bills without penalty; nonresidential customers must receive at least 15 days
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In service and facilities, further providing for billing procedures.
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities
1/28/2026
Committee Referrals
Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities1/28/2026
Full Bill Text
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