S.211

Requires Division of Rate Counsel to consider environmental impacts of proposed rate or service measure when representing public interest in certain proceedings and appeals.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S211 mandates the Division of Rate Counsel to evaluate environmental impacts when representing public interest in certain proceedings and.

New Jersey S211 amends existing law to require the Division of Rate Counsel to consider environmental impacts when representing the public interest in proceedings and appeals. Specifically, the Division must evaluate the affordability, equitability, and potential environmental effects of proposed rate or service measures. This includes assessing the social cost of carbon, the impact on de-carbonization goals, and the potential to exacerbate environmental or public health stressors in overburdened communities.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee