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1 New Section; Prohibited Cost Recovery Through Rates. Amend RSA 374 by inserting after section 2-a the following new section:
374:2-b Prohibited Cost Recovery Through Rates.
I. No public utility shall recover through rates any costs associated with its attendance at, participation in, preparation for, or appeal of any contested proceeding conducted before the public utilities commission. Such costs shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) Attorneys' fees;
(b) Fees for expert witnesses or consultants; and
(c) Any other related costs identified by the commission.
II. No public utility shall recover through rates any cost associated with membership, dues, sponsorships, or contributions to any business or industry trade association, group, or related entity incorporated under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
III. No public utility shall recover through rates any cost associated with advertising, marketing, or promotional activities, unless the commission determines that such costs directly benefit ratepayers and are necessary for the provision of utility service.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect January 1, 2027.
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1 New Section; Prohibited Cost Recovery Through Rates. Amend RSA 374 by inserting after section 2-a the following new section:
374:2-b Prohibited Cost Recovery Through Rates.
I. No public utility shall recover through rates any costs associated with its attendance at, participation in, preparation for, or appeal of any contested proceeding conducted before the public utilities commission. Such costs shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) Attorneys' fees;
(b) Fees for expert witnesses or consultants; and
(c) Any other related costs identified by the commission.
II. No public utility shall recover through rates any cost associated with membership, dues, sponsorships, or contributions to any business or industry trade association, group, or related entity incorporated under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
III. No public utility shall recover through rates any cost associated with advertising, marketing, or promotional activities, unless the commission determines that such costs directly benefit ratepayers and are necessary for the provision of utility service.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect January 1, 2027.