Prohibits public utilities from discontinuing residential electric, gas, water, and sewer service during coronavirus 2019 state of emergency; requires those utilities to implement deferred payment agreements for those services.

This bill prohibits public utilities in New Jersey from disconnecting residential electricity, gas, water, or sewer service due to nonpayment during the coronavirus 2019 state of emergency (declared March 9, 2020) and for 180 days after it ends. It requires utilities to offer residential customers deferred payment agreements for unpaid bills, with terms allowing at least 48 months to repay. The policy directly affects low-income households and vulnerable residents who risk service cutoffs during the emergency period. Utilities cannot disconnect service while customers comply with these repayment plans. This amends existing utility regulations to prioritize service continuity during public health crises.