Requires regional representation for members of BPU.

This bill requires the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to have at least one member residing in each of three defined regions: northern (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and others), central (Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, and others), and southern (Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, and others). It mandates that for all BPU appointments made after the bill's effective date, the Governor must ensure compliance with this regional residency rule. The BPU will continue to have five members total, with the requirement ensuring geographic representation across the state. This directly affects the Governor’s appointment process for BPU members.