Energy in New Jersey | MyRepTracker

passed · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4166: Requires customer consent to material changes to third-party energy supply contracts under certain circumstances.*

This bill requires residential customers in New Jersey to give explicit consent before their third-party energy supply contracts undergo significant changes. It defines a material change as any modification to the contract's terms or duration, such as a price adjustment or a switch between fixed and variable rates. Energy suppliers must obtain this verbal, electronic, or written agreement and keep a verifiable record of it for any contract entered into or renewed after the law takes effect. Additionally, the state's Board of Public Utilities will be tasked with creating specific rules to ensure this new consent process is properly implemented.

Topics ✓ Energy

signed · New Jersey · Senate Aug 27, 2026

S 4390: "End Data Center Tax Credits Act"; reduces tax credits available for Next New Jersey Program.*

This bill, titled the "End Data Center Tax Credits Act," aims to restructure how New Jersey distributes tax credits for economic development and energy projects. It establishes a new nine-year spending cap of $11.5 billion for various incentive programs, which limits the total amount of money available annually for initiatives like historic preservation, brownfields redevelopment, and manufacturing. To support energy goals, the legislation authorizes the Board of Public Utilities to issue tax credits specifically for energy storage projects and creates a temporary income tax credit for certain residential utility customers. Additionally, it sets specific annual and total dollar limits for existing programs such as the Next New Jersey Program and the Innovation Evergreen Act, while reserving $2.5 billion for transformative projects under the Aspire Program.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Government Spending Tax Credits Tax Incentives Energy Storage

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 7, 2026

A 5002: Removes certain construction and property interest rights for offshore wind projects and BPU authority to supersede certain local government powers related to offshore wind development.

This bill modifies New Jersey's offshore wind regulations by removing specific construction and property rights for these projects and limiting the Board of Public Utilities' ability to override local government decisions. It requires developers to submit extensive applications detailing project designs, financial plans, job creation impacts, and environmental effects before approval. The legislation focuses on streamlining the review process while ensuring comprehensive data is provided to assess the economic and environmental consequences of offshore wind development.

Topics ✗ Energy

Sub-Topics Wind

passed · New Jersey · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 4373: Expands memorandum of understanding requirements for purpose of consolidated application for residential utility assistance programs.

This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs to create formal agreements with state agencies and nonprofit energy groups that offer their own utility assistance programs. The goal is to integrate these separate programs into a single, user-friendly online application portal for residents seeking help with utility bills or energy efficiency measures. Under the new rules, these partner organizations must work with the department to update the consolidated form and report any temporary assistance programs so they can also be included. This change aims to simplify the process for households applying for financial aid by centralizing multiple options into one digital system.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Housing ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 28, 2026

S 4333: "Vegetation Management Response Act"; concerns vegetation management related to electric public utility infrastructure.

The Vegetation Management Response Act authorizes electric public utilities in New Jersey to clear, cut, or remove dangerous vegetation near power lines to prevent outages caused by storms. This legislation allows utilities to follow American National Standards Institute guidelines for tree care and requires them to notify customers and property owners at least seven days before performing such work. The bill specifically defines dangerous vegetation as plants that could interfere with distribution or transmission lines and exempts utilities from certain existing tree protection laws when necessary for grid reliability.

Topics ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Electric Grid

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 7, 2026

A 4968: Requires Director of Division of Housing and Community Resources in DCA to establish State matching grant program to supplement federal Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program; appropriates $205.5 million.

This bill directs the New Jersey Division of Housing and Community Resources to create a state matching grant program that provides additional financial assistance to low-income households already receiving federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) support. To qualify, applicants must submit forms detailing their household size, income, and previous federal aid amounts, after which eligible recipients receive state grants equal to the federal assistance they received in the most recent fiscal year. The legislation appropriates $205.5 million from the General Fund to finance these grants and requires the agency to submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on the program's implementation and impact.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Housing

Sub-Topics State Budget

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SCR 136: Determines that DEP rules and regulations known as " New Jersey Protecting Against Climate Change - Resilient Environment and Landscapes" are inconsistent with legislative intent.

This bill is a procedural resolution that declares the Department of Environmental Protection's proposed climate change rules inconsistent with the Legislature's intent. It directly affects the DEP by formally notifying the agency and the Governor that the proposed regulations exceed the department's constitutional authority to create new laws. The key mechanism involves transmitting this finding to the agency, which then has 30 days to amend or withdraw the rules, or face potential invalidation by the Legislature. The bill does not change any existing laws but instead initiates a constitutional review process to halt the proposed regulatory changes.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

Sub-Topics Climate Change

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SJR 148: Respectfully urges Congress to pass "Guarding Ratepayers from Imposed EV Charging Directives Act" to repeal certain federal standards tied to electric vehicle charging programs.

This New Jersey legislative resolution urges Congress to pass the "Guarding Ratepayers from Imposed EV Charging Directives Act," which would remove specific federal rules related to electric vehicle charging programs. The bill aims to prevent the costs associated with upgrading infrastructure for these programs from being added to residential electricity bills. By repealing portions of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978, the proposed federal law seeks to stop utilities from passing these expenses onto ratepayers through delivery charges. This measure directly affects New Jersey residents who currently see rising utility costs linked to state-mandated clean energy and electric vehicle initiatives. The resolution does not change state law but serves as a formal request to the federal government to alter existing regulations.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Transportation

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 7, 2026

A 4973: Establishes program in EDA to support construction of new nuclear energy facilities in State.

This bill creates a new program within New Jersey's Economic Development Authority to support the construction of new nuclear energy facilities in the state. The legislation directly affects the Authority, developers, and municipalities by granting it expanded powers to acquire land, manage projects, and secure funding for these facilities. Key provisions allow the Authority to purchase property, enter into contracts for construction and operation, and accept financial aid from federal, state, or other sources. Additionally, the bill permits the Authority to charge fees to cover administrative and operational expenses related to the nuclear energy projects.

Topics ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Nuclear

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jul 13, 2026

A 4881: "Power NJ Act"; establishes advanced nuclear energy procurement program in BPU.

The Power NJ Act establishes a procurement program within the Board of Public Utilities to help New Jersey acquire advanced nuclear energy projects. This legislation aims to address rising electricity costs and grid reliability concerns by promoting the construction of new, carbon-free nuclear facilities. The bill defines advanced nuclear energy projects and outlines the state's interest in supporting these developments for economic growth and energy security. By creating this program, the state seeks to attract new nuclear capacity to replace retired facilities and support local job creation.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Nuclear

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