Utility Billing Accountability and Consumer Protection Act of 2026 aims to safeguard consumers from unfair utility billing practices.

The Utility Billing Accountability and Consumer Protection Act of 2026 mandates that utilities cannot change billing or payment practices without prior approval from the South Carolina Public Service Commission. Utilities must submit detailed applications for any proposed changes, including analyses of customer impacts, estimated changes in arrears, disconnections, and average bills, and proposed mitigation measures. The commission must provide public notice, hold a hearing, and issue a written decision.

Utility Billing Accountability and Consumer Protection Act of 2026 aims to safeguard consumers from unfair utility billing practices.

The Utility Billing Accountability and Consumer Protection Act of 2026 mandates that utilities cannot change billing or payment practices without prior approval from the South Carolina Public Service Commission. Utilities must submit detailed applications for any proposed changes, including analyses of customer impacts, estimated changes in arrears, disconnections, and average bills, and proposed mitigation measures. The commission must provide public notice, hold a hearing, and issue a written decision.