Public Utilities Commission: report.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission to comply with the California Prompt Payment Act. Specifically, it mandates that these agencies incorporate timely payment timelines, advance payment structures, and accountability measures into their programs and ensure they don’t unduly restrict participation by small businesses, nonprofits, and certified suppliers. The agencies must also submit annual reports detailing payment practices and addressing cashflow barriers for these entities.
Key provisions
- Requires the PUC and Energy Commission to comply with the California Prompt Payment Act.
- Mandates a minimum advance payment of 25% for all programs, with a 100% advance payment for nonprofits with three or more years of good standing.
- Prohibits procurement terms that unreasonably restrict participation by small businesses, nonprofits, and certified suppliers.
- Requires annual reports to the Legislature detailing payment practices and addressing cashflow barriers.
- Establishes a 45-day invoice payment deadline.
- Specifies that interest on late payment penalties accrues automatically.
- Requires agencies to incorporate payment timelines, advance payment structures, and accountability measures into program designs.
- Addresses ratepayer-funded programs under the PUC.
Who is affected
- Public Utilities Commission
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