New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 1457: Prohibits public utilities from discontinuing residential electric, gas, water, and sewer service during coronavirus 2019 state of emergency; requires those utilities to implement deferred payment agreements for those services.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Plain-language summary

A 1457 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits public utilities from discontinuing residential electric, gas, water, and sewer service during coronavirus 2019 state of emergency; requires those utilities to implement deferred payment agreements for those services. Primary sponsor: Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gabe Rodriguez (Democratic).