Requires BPU members to have certain experience and complete certain training.

This bill (A 3426) sets new requirements for members of New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU). It mandates that at least two members have at least three years of professional experience in areas like energy policy, utility regulation, or infrastructure, while at least one member must have experience in consumer advocacy or ratepayer representation. The bill also requires BPU members to reside in diverse geographic areas across the state (urban, suburban, rural) and complete 12 hours annually of training on topics including energy markets, grid modernization, and utility rate-setting. All training must be documented and submitted to the Governor and Legislature each year.