An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rates and distribution systems, providing for limitation on water and wastewater rate increases.

Summary

The bill adds a rule that stops Pennsylvania water and wastewater utilities from raising residential rates by more than the Consumer Price Index increase for the Northeast region. It also requires utilities to put affordable service ahead of capital‑cost recovery and to stop charging for infrastructure upgrades once those costs have been paid back. The goal is to keep essential water services affordable for households.

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