SB 721 - Coleman, Maida
Modifies the Cold Weather Rule by extending the forecast period during which service may not be disconnected if the temperature is predicted to fall below 32 degrees
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
3058S.01I
Title
SB 721
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
Effective Date
August 28, 2008
Committee
Current Status
Second Read and Referred S Commerce, Energy and the Environment Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 721 - Under current regulations promulgated by the Public Service Commission that establish the Cold Weather Rule, gas and electric service may not be discontinued to residential customers on any day when the National Weather local forecast between certain hours predicts that the temperature will drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit during the following 24 hours.
This act extends the forecast prediction period of time from 24 hours to 72 hours.
This act is similar to SB 567 (2007).
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