Minnesota HF2633 requires electric utilities to obtain written consent from homeowners and business owners before installing smart meter gateway.

Minnesota HF2633 mandates that electric utilities must secure written consent from homeowners and business owners before installing smart meter gateway devices. These devices, which can communicate with, monitor, or control electrical appliances and equipment, must be disclosed in writing if already installed. Utilities must also allow removal of these devices upon request. The consent form must be in 12-point, boldface type and clearly state that opting in is optional and will not affect service.

Minnesota HF2633 requires electric utilities to obtain written consent from homeowners and business owners before installing smart meter gateway.

Minnesota HF2633 mandates that electric utilities must secure written consent from homeowners and business owners before installing smart meter gateway devices. These devices, which can communicate with, monitor, or control electrical appliances and equipment, must be disclosed in writing if already installed. Utilities must also allow removal of these devices upon request. The consent form must be in 12-point, boldface type and clearly state that opting in is optional and will not affect service.