Permits certain local units and authorities to reduce water, sewer, and stormwater fees and other charges for low-income persons.
New Jersey's S 409 allows counties and municipalities to reduce water, sewer, and stormwater fees for low-income households. It requires local authorities to establish income-based eligibility (at or below federal poverty guidelines) and verify household composition, ownership, and income through documented applications. Authorities must ensure budget stability by setting aside sufficient revenue or obtaining approval to cover reduced fees without raising rates for others. The bill applies to both sewer and water systems, mandating clear advertising of the program in billing materials and setting annual application deadlines.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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