H5439

Electricity Retail Choice

Introduced·3/26/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina Electric Retail Choice Act allows residential and small commercial customers to choose their electric generation supplier starting.

The South Carolina Electric Retail Choice Act permits residential and small commercial customers to choose their electric generation supplier starting January 1, 2028. Incumbent utilities will continue to provide distribution service and default generation service for customers who do not select a supplier. Suppliers must be licensed by the South Carolina Public Service Commission and provide clear information about rates, terms, and environmental attributes. The commission will establish consumer protection rules, complaint resolution processes, and marketing standards for suppliers.

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Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee
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History

Mar 26

House

Introduced and read first time

Mar 26

House

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry