Pennsylvania SB677 mandates a 60-day public notice period and ratepayer referendum for municipalities selling public utilities.
Pennsylvania SB677 amends the valuation of acquired water and wastewater systems by requiring municipalities to notify ratepayers and hold a public hearing before selling public utilities. The bill mandates a 60-day period where municipalities must mail referendum ballots and display notices on their websites and in newspapers. A sale cannot proceed unless a majority of ratepayers approve within this period. The act takes effect in 60 days.
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