SB0153

Utility disconnections and customer data reports.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

Indiana SB0153 regulates utility disconnections and requires customer data reports for low-income customers.

Indiana SB0153 amends utility regulations to prohibit electric, gas, and water utilities from disconnecting residential service for nonpayment during specific periods and on certain days. It also mandates that these utilities cannot charge reconnection fees. The bill requires utilities to offer payment plans and budget billing arrangements to eligible customers. Additionally, it mandates quarterly reporting of customer data to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, including details on disconnections, restorations, and delinquent accounts.

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Where it stands

Current
Utilities Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 5

Senate

Authored by Senator Jackson L

Jan 5

Senate

First reading: referred to Committee on Utilities