Washington HB1336 protects utility consumers' choice to decline digital utility meters.

Washington HB1336 mandates that electric, gas, and water utilities must allow consumers to decline the installation of digital utility meters. Utilities must provide written notice at least 90 days before installation, allowing consumers to opt-out at no cost. If a consumer requests the removal of a digital meter and replacement with an analog meter, the utility must comply within 30 days, or 10 days if the consumer cites electromagnetic sensitivity. Utilities must maintain records of consumer requests for three years. The bill takes immediate effect to preserve public health and safety.

Washington HB1336 protects utility consumers' choice to decline digital utility meters.

Washington HB1336 mandates that electric, gas, and water utilities must allow consumers to decline the installation of digital utility meters. Utilities must provide written notice at least 90 days before installation, allowing consumers to opt-out at no cost. If a consumer requests the removal of a digital meter and replacement with an analog meter, the utility must comply within 30 days, or 10 days if the consumer cites electromagnetic sensitivity. Utilities must maintain records of consumer requests for three years. The bill takes immediate effect to preserve public health and safety.