HB 5028·CT·house
AN ACT REMOVING THE PUBLIC BENEFITS CHARGE FROM ELECTRIC BILLS.
In CommitteeFiled Feb 4, 2026
Sponsor: Vincent J. Candelora
Latest Action
REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Energy and Technology
Feb 4, 2026
Summary
The legislation eliminates the Combined Public Benefits Charge that appears on electric bills for end‑use customers of distribution utilities. The cost of the charge would instead be paid from Connecticut’s General Fund, aiming to lower monthly electricity costs for consumers. It is intended to simplify billing and move funding responsibility to the state budget.
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