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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanique Speight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 29 |
| Carmen Morales | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee