H922

North Carolina Consumer Protection Act

Introduced·4/10/25

North Carolina H922 revises definitions in public utility law and adds requirements to protect ratepayers from unjust or unreasonable fees.

North Carolina H922 revises definitions in public Utility Law and adds requirements to protect ratepayers from unjust or unreasonable fees. The bill prohibits public utilities from recovering certain costs through rates, including advertising, lobbying, political contributions, and other activities. Public utilities must report these expenses annually to the North Carolina Utilities Commission. The Commission can impose penalties and assess civil penalties for violations.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
16
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 14, 2025

House

Passed 1st Reading

Apr 14, 2025

House

Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

Apr 10, 2025

House

Filed