SB311

In preemptions, providing for restrictions on utility services prohibited.

Chamber Passed·6/11/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB311 prohibits municipalities from restricting utility services based on energy source.

Pennsylvania SB311 amends Title 53 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to prohibit municipalities from adopting policies that restrict or prohibit utility services based on the type of energy source. The bill also prevents discrimination against utility service providers based on the nature or source of the utility service. Municipalities retain the authority to manage or operate a publicly owned utility and to take steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The act takes effect in 60 days.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 34–15 · Jun 11, 2025
Current
Energy Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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15 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

May 13, 2025

9:30 AM

Local Government (s) Hearing

History

Jun 11, 2025

Senate

Third consideration and final passage (34-15)

Jun 11, 2025

House

In the House

Jun 11, 2025

House

Referred to Energy