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PA SB677
Bill
Status
4/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Judy Schwank
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AI Summary
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Municipalities must hold a public hearing before selling a water or wastewater utility, explaining the buyer, sale price, rate impacts, and service changes
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Referendum ballots must be mailed to all ratepayers at least 60 days before any sale, with notice also posted on municipal websites, in newspapers, and public mailers
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A majority of ratepayers must approve the acquisition within the 60-day period for the sale to proceed
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Amends Section 1329 of Title 66 (Public Utilities) to add binding ratepayer referendum requirements for municipal utility sales to investor-owned utilities
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In rates and distribution systems, further providing for valuation of acquired water and wastewater systems.
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
4/28/2025