SB875 prohibits public utilities from recovering litigation costs from ratepayers in eminent domain proceedings.

SB875 amends the Public Utilities Code to prevent public utilities from recovering litigation costs from ratepayers when a political subdivision seeks to acquire utility property. The bill aims to expedite the process for local governments to acquire utility infrastructure and establish municipal energy services. It also seeks to address the shortcomings of investor-owned utilities, particularly Pacific Gas and Electric, by enabling local governments to provide more efficient, cost-effective, and reliable utility services.

SB875 prohibits public utilities from recovering litigation costs from ratepayers in eminent domain proceedings.

SB875 amends the Public Utilities Code to prevent public utilities from recovering litigation costs from ratepayers when a political subdivision seeks to acquire utility property. The bill aims to expedite the process for local governments to acquire utility infrastructure and establish municipal energy services. It also seeks to address the shortcomings of investor-owned utilities, particularly Pacific Gas and Electric, by enabling local governments to provide more efficient, cost-effective, and reliable utility services.