Signed into LawFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Ortez, Kristina
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Signed
Mar 10, 2026
Summary
The bill creates a new Utility Oversight Fund to receive all public utility fees, interest, and penalties, and sets interest and penalty rates for late payments. It also gives the Public Regulation Commission clearer authority to seek court orders against utilities and updates how its nominating committee is formed. These changes aim to improve oversight of utilities and ensure timely payment of fees.
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