The bill amends Section 116C of Chapter 164 of the General Laws regarding the implementation of advanced metering infrastructure, specifically addressing the rights of electric customers. It allows customers to opt out of this advanced metering system by providing notice to their distribution company. Upon receiving such notice, the distribution company is required to remove the customer from the implementation plan and inform the relevant department of the customer's decision.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that while the distribution company may charge customers opting out for non-advanced metering services, these fees must be reasonable and adhere to a uniform statewide rate established by the department. This ensures that the fees are applied consistently across all utility companies, promoting fairness and transparency in the billing process for customers who choose not to participate in the advanced metering infrastructure.

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