SB154

In Public Utility Code, providing for responsible utility customer protection.

Chamber Passed·2/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB154 amends the Public Utility Code to enhance protections for utility customers, particularly those with low incomes.

Pennsylvania SB154 amends the Public Utility Code to introduce measures aimed at protecting responsible utility customers, especially those with low incomes. The bill mandates that public utilities contact customers with overdue accounts over 90 days to offer payment arrangements and resources. It also requires annual reporting of residential accounts with over $10,000 in arrearages. The bill prohibits public utilities from requiring cash deposits from customers eligible for assistance programs and mandates reconnection of service under specific conditions.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 41–7 · Feb 3, 2025
Current
Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

41 Yea

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7 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 29, 2025

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

Jan 27, 2025

12:00 AM

Consumer Protection And Professional Licensure (s) Hearing

History

Feb 4, 2025

House

Referred to Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Third consideration and final passage (41-7)

Feb 3, 2025

House

In the House