S.4463

Prohibits water companies from assessing more than one charge per fire hydrant to fire departments, fire districts, or volunteer fire companies for use of fire hydrants.

Introduced·6/15/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S4463 prohibits water companies from charging more than one fee per fire hydrant to fire departments, fire districts, or volunteer fire.

New Jersey S4463 amends the state's water company regulations to ensure that water companies cannot impose more than one charge per fire hydrant on fire departments, fire districts, or volunteer fire companies. The bill specifies that no tariff approved by the Board of Public Utilities can allow for multiple fees per hydrant. This change aims to clarify and limit the financial burden on fire services for hydrant usage. The bill takes effect immediately but remains inoperative for 60 days after enactment.

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Law and Public Safety Committee
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History

Jun 15

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee