This bill ensures that consumers only pay for electricity projects if their state's leaders approve those costs, preventing unfair charges across state lines. It aims to protect consumers from paying for projects they do not benefit from directly.
If you live in a state that didn't agree to an electricity project, you won't have to pay for it.
Who this affects
Consumers · States with electric projects
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill stops electric companies from charging consumers in one state for costs related to projects in another state.
2It requires that consumers only pay for projects if their state's officials agree to those costs.
3The bill assumes that only residents of the state benefiting from a project should share its costs.
4Electric companies must create rules to follow this bill within six months of it becoming law.
