NJ Bill A4801: Protections for large-load addition customers

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Published March 23rd, 2026

Detected March 29th, 2026

Summary

New Jersey Assembly Bill A4801, introduced on March 23, 2026, proposes to establish certain protections for large-load addition customers within the state. The bill has been referred to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee for further review.

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What changed

New Jersey Assembly Bill A4801, introduced on March 23, 2026, aims to create specific protections for large-load addition customers in the state. The bill, currently in its draft stage, has been referred to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee. This legislation could impact how utility providers interact with and charge large industrial or commercial customers seeking to add significant load to the grid.

Compliance officers in the energy sector operating in New Jersey should monitor the progress of this bill. As it moves through the legislative process, it may introduce new requirements or obligations for utility companies regarding their dealings with large-load customers. Further review of the bill text and committee discussions will be necessary to understand the precise nature of the protections and any potential compliance actions required.

What to do next

Monitor the progress of NJ Bill A4801 through the legislative process.
Review the final text of the bill once enacted to understand specific protections and obligations for large-load customers.
Assess impact on existing contracts and service agreements with large-load customers.

Source document (simplified)

NJ A4801 | 2026-2027 | Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill 4801

NJ State Legislature page for A4801
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Status

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)
Status: Introduced on March 23 2026 - 25% progression
Action: 2026-03-23 - Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
Pending: Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [HTML]

Summary

Establishes certain protections against demand by large-load addition customers in State.
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Title

Establishes certain protections against demand by large-load addition customers in State.

History

| Date | Chamber | Action |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026-03-23 | Assembly | Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee |

Same As/Similar To

S4062 (Same As) 2026-03-23 - Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

Subjects

Telecommunications and Utilities

New Jersey State Sources

| Type | Source |
| --- | --- |
| Summary | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4801 |
| Text | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A5000/4801_I1.HTM |

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