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HB 322

An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Public Utility Commission, further providing for consumer protection and information.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Missy Cerrato and 15 co-sponsors

HB 322 strengthens Pennsylvania utility consumer protections by requiring enhanced information disclosure from public utility companies regulated by the state PUC.

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Bill Summary · HB 322

Legislative bill overview

HB 322 amends Pennsylvania's Public Utilities Code to strengthen consumer protection measures and information requirements under the Public Utility Commission. The bill modifies existing regulations governing how utilities must disclose information to consumers, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the available action records. The measure has bipartisan sponsorship and recently advanced through committee review.

Why is this important

Utility consumers in Pennsylvania depend on transparent pricing, billing practices, and service information to make informed decisions about their energy and water providers. Enhanced consumer protection rules can reduce disputes, prevent billing errors, and ensure vulnerable populations understand their rights and obligations. These regulations directly affect millions of residential and small business utility customers across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Utilities may argue that new disclosure requirements increase operational expenses, which could be passed to consumers through rate increases
  • Scope and specificity: Stakeholders may disagree on which disclosure requirements are necessary versus burdensome, or whether rules should apply uniformly across utility types
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions may arise about whether the PUC has adequate resources to monitor compliance and whether penalties are proportionate to violations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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