Utilities permission to charge certain fees

SF 3991 allows Minnesota utilities to charge specific fees under defined conditions. It permits fees for customers with household income above 50% of the state median income who have payment agreements, reconnection fees for unauthorized use (not non-payment), and late payment charges only if the delinquency exceeds $100, caps annual late fees at $50, and prohibits them for low-income households or customers on approved payment plans. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes sections 216B.096 and 216B.098 to establish these fee rules, effective October 1, 2026. This directly affects utility customers based on income level and payment history, with key safeguards to prevent excessive charges.