WV HB2822

Prohibits public utilities from terminating or disconnecting residential services for nonpayment during a state of emergency declared by executive order, provided the customer enters into a deferred payment agreement

Requires deferred payment agreements to allow customers to pay past-due balances over a period at least equal to the length of the state of emergency, with no down payment, late fees, or penalties required

Mandates public utilities restore service to any residential customer within 48 hours if service was terminated during the state of emergency

Extends disconnection protection for 180 days after the state of emergency ends for customers who experienced financial hardship due to the emergency

Preserves the right of public utilities to recover lost or deferred revenues through normal means after the state of emergency lifts, and allows disconnections necessary to protect health and safety