S.4355

Requires notice prior to utility pole placement and removal.

Introduced·5/28/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S4355 requires public utilities to notify municipalities and telecommunications providers before placing or removing utility poles.

New Jersey S4355 establishes notice requirements for public utilities when placing or removing utility poles. The bill mandates that public utilities notify relevant municipalities and make a good faith effort to notify applicable telecommunications providers at least 60 days prior to the non-emergency placement of a new pole. Additionally, public utilities must provide 48-hour notice to the relevant municipalities before placing a new pole.

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Current
Economic Growth Committee
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History

May 28

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee