Ratepayer Protection Act
To amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to establish a Federal standard relating to the recovery of the full, incremental costs of upgrades that serve large-load customers, and for other purposes.
The Ratepayer Protection Act, HB9340, aims to update the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978. It proposes a federal standard to ensure that large-load customers, such as major businesses and industries, pay their full share of the costs for necessary utility upgrades. This bill is intended to ensure fair and efficient use of utility resources, benefiting both utility companies and consumers.
This bill affects utility companies and large-load customers, primarily by setting a clear guideline on cost recovery for upgrades. It could lead to more predictable utility rates for large customers, while ensuring utilities can maintain and improve their infrastructure without excessive costs to all ratepayers.
As of June 18, 2026, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. On July 21, 2026, it was reported favorably by the committee and is now ready for full House consideration. Key steps include committee review, a mark-up session, and a vote by the full House.
