New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 4716: Prohibits BPU approval of electric or gas public utility rate increases resulting in total increase to average residential customer bill in excess of two percent within five-year period.

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

Plain-language summary

A 4716 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on March 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits BPU approval of electric or gas public utility rate increases resulting in total increase to average residential customer bill in excess of two percent within five-year period. Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Shanique Speight (Democratic).