Utility Disconnection Protection Act of 2024

The Utility Disconnection Protection Act of 2024 prohibits electric and gas companies in the District of Columbia from cutting off service to specific households during the summer and winter months. Protected households include those with children under 18, seniors aged 65 and older, individuals with disabilities, and recipients of certain public assistance programs. The bill requires these companies to offer payment plans to eligible customers and limits reconnection fees to a maximum of $25. Additionally, utility providers must report data on unpaid bills and disconnections to the Public Service Commission on a monthly basis instead of quarterly.