The bill amends Section 39-3-7.1 of the General Laws regarding the use of electrical master-meters in residential complexes. It permits the use of electrical master-meters in apartment houses, mobile home parks, and similar residential complexes, removing the previous prohibition on complexes with more than ten units. The bill stipulates that if a master-meter customer provides electricity to tenants of such a residential complex, they cannot charge the tenants a rate in excess of the rate that would apply if the tenants received electricity directly from a public utility.

Additionally, the bill eliminates previous restrictions that limited its application to apartment houses constructed after July 1, 1977, and those designed for elderly or disabled residents. This change broadens the scope of the law to include all residential tenants, regardless of the size of the complex or the age and disability status of its residents. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
899: 39-3-7.1