S08491Introduced in the Senate
Provides that whenever the public service commission denies a request by a utility for a major change in rates or charges, the schedule, rate, charge, form of contract or agreement, rule, regulation, general privilege, facility, or service immediately in effect prior to such request shall remain in full force and effect until such time as the commission approves a new rate, charge.
Introduced by Michelle Hinchey, District 41
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Official description
Provides that whenever the public service commission denies a request by a utility for a major change in rates or charges, the schedule, rate, charge, form of contract or agreement, rule, regulation, general privilege, facility, or service immediately in effect prior to such request shall remain in full force and effect until such time as the commission approves a new rate, charge.
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June 5, 2026
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Bill history
REFERRED TO RULES
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
1ST REPORT CAL.400
2ND REPORT CAL.
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
AMENDED ON THIRD READING 8491A
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