Signed by Governor Phil Murphy

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with Senate amendments and pass a bill that establishes "Summer Termination Program" for certain utility customers in New Jersey.

Highlights:

• Requires the Department of Community Affairs to establish a Summer Termination Program, which shall prohibit any entity from terminating utilities if the temperature is expected to exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit or more for at least 24 hours out of 72 hours (Sec. 1).

• Establishes eligibility for the program as someone who is eligible for the existing Winter Termination Program or is unable to pay utility costs due to certain circumstances (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to amend and pass a bill that establishes "Summer Termination Program" for certain utility customers in New Jersey.

Highlights:

• Requires the Department of Community Affairs to establish a Summer Termination Program, which shall prohibit any entity from terminating utilities if the temperature is expected to exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit or more for at least 24 hours out of 72 hours (Sec. 1).

• Establishes eligibility for the program as someone who is eligible for the existing Winter Termination Program or is unable to pay utility costs due to certain circumstances (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text