Establishes reduced residential rates for electric and natural gas service to furloughed or non-pay federal workers
S 8535 establishes reduced electricity and natural gas rates for federal workers who are furloughed or designated as "non-pay" due to a government funding gap. The Public Service Commission must create eligibility rules requiring proof of furlough status and ensure rate cuts don't unfairly burden other customers. Utilities must inform eligible customers through bill inserts, websites, and service initiation, and report on program usage. The program takes effect within 30 days and expires one year after enactment.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Oct 2025
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Governor
Introduced Oct 20, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
upper
Oct 20, 2025
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REFERRED TO RULES
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Kevin Parker
DDemocratic/Working Families
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