Requires State agencies that administer utility bill payment assistance or energy efficiency programs to review, and potentially increase, income thresholds for residential customers to participate in programs.
This bill requires New Jersey state agencies (like the Department of Community Affairs and Board of Public Utilities) to review and potentially raise income limits for residential customers to qualify for utility bill assistance or energy efficiency programs. Within one year of a specific energy affordability proceeding, agencies must assess factors like aligning thresholds across programs and costs, and seek public input before increasing limits. The goal is to expand access for low- and moderate-income households, ensuring they aren't eligible for multiple energy efficiency programs while potentially broadening participation. It directly affects residents seeking help with utility costs or energy-saving home upgrades.
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May 2025
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Introduced May 29, 2025
Last action May 29, 2025
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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2 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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P
Brian Stack
DDemocratic
P
Britnee Timberlake
DDemocratic
Co
Joe Cryan
DDemocratic
Co
Renee Burgess
DDemocratic
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