Raised Bill No. 6928, effective October 1, 2025, establishes a framework for municipal electric aggregation programs in Connecticut, allowing municipalities or groups of municipalities to form public aggregators to procure electric supply and related services for eligible customers. The bill introduces new definitions for key terms such as "public aggregator," "municipal aggregation plan," and "auto-enroll customer," and outlines the process for creating a municipal aggregation program, which includes obtaining an affirmative vote from the legislative body and approval from the chief executive officer. It mandates the development of a municipal aggregation plan that must be reviewed by the public and submitted to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) for approval, emphasizing equitable treatment for all electric customer classes and reliable service.

The bill also modifies existing regulations by introducing new compliance requirements and penalties for violations related to unauthorized customer communications. It allows municipalities or regional water authorities to aggregate electric generation services for their customers, provided they register annually with PURA. Additionally, the bill repeals and replaces provisions in sections 16-245b and 33-219, enabling cooperative, nonprofit, membership corporations to generate and supply electric energy using renewable resources, with specific assessments required from members. Overall, Raised Bill No. 6928 aims to streamline the municipal aggregation process, enhance consumer protections, and ensure accountability among service providers in the energy sector.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 16-245b