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A04249Introduced in the Assembly

Prohibits public utilities from using funds or being reimbursed by funds raised from ratepayers for contributions or gifts to political candidates, trade associations, public charities, and lobbyists, and for certain travel, entertainment and educational expenditures.

IntroducedAssembly Corporations, Authorities and Commissions

Introduced by Michaelle Solages, District 22

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Prohibits public utilities from using funds or being reimbursed by funds raised from ratepayers for contributions or gifts to political candidates, trade associations, public charities, and lobbyists, and for certain travel, entertainment and educational expenditures.

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referred to corporations, authorities and commissions

January 7, 2026

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Bill history

  1. referred to corporations, authorities and commissions

  2. amend and recommit to corporations, authorities and commissions

  3. print number 4249a

  4. referred to corporations, authorities and commissions

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