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B 26-0124 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Utility Disconnection Protection Act of 2025

This bill prohibits electric and gas utilities from disconnecting service for vulnerable households during summer (May 15-September 15) and winter (November 1-February 29) months. It directly protects households with children under 18, seniors 65+, people with disabilities, pregnant individuals, or those receiving public assistance. Utilities must offer payment plans for eligible customers instead of requiring full payment to restore service, and limit reconnection fees. Additionally, utilities must report monthly data on unpaid bills and disconnections to the Public Service Commission.
Issues: ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProtects vulnerable households from energy disconnection during critical seasons, ensuring access to essential utility services per consumer protection indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents utility disconnections for vulnerable households during extreme weather, directly protecting tenant stability and preventing housing loss for at-risk populations like seniors and families.92% confidence
Sub-Topics: Tenant Rights Utility Regulation
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 14, 2025 Last action Mar 26, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
Committee
Re-Referred to Committee on Transportation and the Environment
legislature
Feb 27, 2026
Committee
Re-Referral published.
legislature
Feb 18, 2025
Committee
Referred to Committee on Business and Economic Development, and Committee on Transportation and the Environment
legislature
Feb 14, 2025
Introduced
B26-0124 Introduced by Councilmember Nadeau at Office of the Secretary
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Brianne Nadeau
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