A bill for an act relating to utility disconnections of gas and electricity services during severe weather.

This bill prohibits Iowa gas and electric utilities from disconnecting service to homes during periods of severe cold or severe hot weather. It directly affects residential customers who rely on these utilities, preventing service shutoffs when extreme temperatures pose health risks. The bill requires the Iowa Utilities Commission to establish specific rules defining "severe cold" and "severe hot" weather, building on existing rules for cold weather. The commission will determine the exact temperature thresholds and conditions under which disconnections are banned. This creates a new policy requirement for utilities to maintain service during extreme weather events.