This bill enacts a new provision, R.S. 33:4159.3, which addresses billing practices for water and sewer services provided by the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans. The legislation prohibits the use of estimated billing for customers, mandating that all bills reflect the actual services provided unless a customer has voluntarily enrolled in a fixed billing program. This change aims to ensure transparency and accuracy in billing for water and sewer services.

The effective date for this new provision is set for January 1, 2025. By implementing this law, the bill seeks to protect consumers from being charged based on estimated usage, thereby promoting fair billing practices within the community.