New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4714: Prohibits electric and gas public utilities from collecting payment from residential budget billing plan customers whose service was interrupted as a result of major emergency event.

In committee Last action March 16, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

Plain-language summary

A 4714 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on March 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits electric and gas public utilities from collecting payment from residential budget billing plan customers whose service was interrupted as a result of major emergency event. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). 1 co-sponsor.