New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 394: Prohibits public utilities from discontinuing residential electric, gas, water, and sewer service after expiration of coronavirus public health emergency; requires public utilities to implement deferred payment agreements for services.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

Plain-language summary

S 394 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits public utilities from discontinuing residential electric, gas, water, and sewer service after expiration of coronavirus public health emergency; requires public utilities to implement deferred payment agreements for services. Primary sponsor: Brian Stack (Democratic), Joe Lagana (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brian Stack (Democratic); Joe Lagana (Democratic).