New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4012: "Energy Cost Fairness Act"; prohibits BPU from authorizing rate increases for electric and gas public utilities that charge inclining block rates for residential customers.

In committee Last action February 5, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Plain-language summary

A 4012 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on February 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Energy Cost Fairness Act"; prohibits BPU from authorizing rate increases for electric and gas public utilities that charge inclining block rates for residential customers. Primary sponsor: Alex Sauickie (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Alex Sauickie (Republican).