S.3951

Prohibits electric public utilities from charging public entities fees for relocating utility poles.

Introduced·3/16/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3951 prohibits electric public utilities from charging fees to public entities for relocating utility poles.

New Jersey S3951 prohibits electric public utilities from charging any public entity a fee for relocating a utility pole. The bill defines "electric public utility" as a public utility that transmits and distributes electricity to end users in the state. "Pole" includes any wires or cables connected to it, and "public entity" refers to counties, municipalities, districts, public authorities, public agencies, and other political subdivisions or public bodies in the state. The act takes effect immediately.

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Economic Growth Committee
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History

Mar 16

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee