A4614

"Affordable Home Energy Protection Act"; prohibits adoption of State or local rules that restrict the use of certain fossil-fuel powered appliances or heating systems.

Introduced·3/10/26
Introduced Text

Affordable Home Energy Protection Act prohibits New Jersey state and local governments from restricting fossil-fuel powered appliances or heating.

The Affordable Home Energy Protection Act prevents New Jersey state agencies and local governments from adopting rules that restrict the use of natural gas, propane, or fuel oil appliances and heating systems in residential and commercial buildings. It also prohibits mandates to remove or replace functioning combustion-based appliances with electric alternatives. The act aims to protect energy choice and prevent financial burdens on residents from government-imposed energy mandates.

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Where it stands

Current
Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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History

Mar 10

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee