The bill amends Title 53 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by adding a new section, 307, which prohibits municipalities from adopting policies that restrict or prohibit utility services based on the type of energy source. Specifically, municipalities cannot discriminate against utility service providers based on the nature or source of the utility service they provide. Additionally, the bill ensures that individuals or entities within a municipality cannot be restricted from using the services of any utility provider that is authorized to serve their property.
The bill clarifies that while municipalities have the authority to manage publicly owned utilities and take actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, these actions cannot interfere with an individual's choice of utility service provider. It also defines key terms such as "municipality," "policy," and "utility service" to provide clarity on the scope of the legislation. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.