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5520DP Legislature · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Utility Disconnections, Severe Weather (5520DP) - Utilities Commission

Iowa bill 5520DP requires the Utilities Commission to adopt rules prohibiting gas and electricity disconnections from residential properties during periods of severe cold or severe hot weather. The bill directs the Commission to define "severe weather" in its rules, building on existing cold-weather protections. This change directly affects residential utility customers by preventing service interruptions during extreme temperature events, as specified by the Commission's adopted definitions.
Issues: ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPrevents utility disconnections during severe weather, protecting residential consumers from service interruptions during critical conditions, aligning with consumer protection in energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents utility disconnections during severe weather, protecting residential tenants from service interruptions during extreme temperatures, aligning with tenant protection policies.90% confidence
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