S.2358

Requires certain electric public utilities to file emergency response plan with BPU.

Introduced·1/29/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2358 mandates investor-owned electric public utilities to submit emergency response plans to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities.

New Jersey S2358 requires investor-owned electric public utilities to submit emergency response plans to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. These plans must include management staff identification, customer communication strategies, and safety provisions for employees and contractors. The Board can impose fines for non-compliance, with funds used to grant municipalities for maintaining public rights of way near utility infrastructure. The Board also has the authority to investigate and fine utilities for failing to meet emergency response standards.

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Where it stands

Current
Economic Growth Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Calendar

May 16, 2024

10:30 AM

Senate Economic Growth Hearing

History

Jan 29, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee