Prohibits public utilities from charging smart meter opt-out fees.

This bill prohibits New Jersey public utilities from charging customers a fee for choosing not to install a smart meter in their home. It directly affects residential customers who prefer to keep their existing analog meters instead of switching to smart meters. The law defines "smart meter" broadly to include various types of devices that measure and transmit utility usage data, but explicitly bans utilities from imposing any fee for opting out. The key provision requires utilities to allow customers to retain analog meters without financial penalty. This changes current practice where some customers paid monthly fees to avoid smart meter installation.