An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, providing for customer notice of atypical water usage; and, in rates and distribution systems, providing for customer notice of atypical water usage.

Summary

The bill obligates municipal water authorities and public utilities to inform customers when a property's water use jumps 200% above its average for a month. Notifications must be made by phone and email, and utilities must assist customers in finding possible leaks or waste. The measure aims to reduce water waste and protect consumers from unexpected bills.

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