Bill
SF 467
Overview: SF 467, Local ban prohibition on new natural gas hookups in residential construction, Referred to Labor, Introduced February 27, 2025Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to
Overview: SF 467, Local ban prohibition on new natural gas hookups in residential construction, Referred to Labor, Introduced February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to prohibit local governments from banning or restricting the installation of new natural gas hookups in residential construction. The intent is to maintain consumer choice and access to natural gas as an energy source for homes.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits cities, counties, and other local authorities from enacting ordinances or regulations that ban or restrict the installation of new natural gas hookups in residential buildings
- Applies to both single-family homes and multi-unit residential structures
- Allows local governments to provide incentives or programs to encourage the use of renewable energy sources, as long as they do not directly prohibit natural gas
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Homebuilders and residential developers, who would be able to continue offering natural gas as an option
- Homebuyers and residents, who would maintain the choice to use natural gas in their homes
- Local governments, who would lose the ability to restrict natural gas hookups as part of their climate or sustainability policies
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Labor committee for further consideration
- If passed, the legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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