1996 Regular Session

HOUSE BILL 1238

File Code: Utility Regulation
Sponsored By:
Delegates Klausmeier and D. Hughes
Entitled:
Utility Regulation - Public Service Companies - Use of Funds for Nonregulated Activities

Synopsis:

Prohibiting public service companies from using funds collected under their rates for activities not regulated by the Public Service Commission; and requiring the utility to pay a refund and a penalty under specified circumstances.

Legislative History

House Action
2/14
First Reading Environmental Matters
Hearing 2/21 at 1:00 p.m.
2/16
Hearing cancelled
2/28
Hearing 3/19 at 1:00 p.m.
3/27
Unfavorable Report by Environmental Matters
Senate Action
No Action
Sponsored by:
Delegate Katherine Klausmeier, District 8
Delegate Donald B. Hughes, District 37A
Bill indexed under the following Subjects:
CONSUMER PROTECTION -see also- ADVTG., LABELING, WARRANTIES.
PENALTIES
UTILITIES -see also- HIGH VOLTAGE LINES, TELEPHONES
Bill affects the following Statute:
Article - 78 Public Service Commission Law
( 54E )

Documents:

Bill Text:
First Reading (PDF), Third Reading, Enrolled
Fiscal Note: Available (PDF)

Amendments: None available