HB 4891
To require all utility companies to absorb the costs of maintenance, upgrades, and repairs for their pipes, cables, utility poles, electrical lines, and other necessities without increasing rates or costs to consumers/customers.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill would require West Virginia utility companies to cover the costs of maintaining and upgrading their infrastructure, such as pipes, cables, and poles, without raising rates for consumers. The bill aims to ensure that utility companies bear the financial responsibility for these necessary repairs and improvements. It mandates that utility companies keep records to demonstrate they haven’t used these costs to justify rate increases. This legislation seeks to protect West Virginia residents from increased utility expenses.
Key provisions
- Utility companies must maintain their infrastructure in good working order.
- Companies must absorb the costs of maintenance, upgrades, and repairs.
- Utility companies cannot pass these costs onto customers through rate increases.
- Companies must maintain records to prove they did not use these costs to increase rates.
- The bill applies to all businesses providing utility services in West Virginia.
Who is affected
- West Virginia residents
- Utility companies operating in West Virginia
- Consumers of utility services in West Virginia
Notable changes
- Prohibits utility companies from including maintenance and upgrade costs in rate increase justifications.
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