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New Law Prohibits Electric Utilities From Using Ratepayer Funds For Lobbying Initiatives

By: MAGNIFYI Staff

Published July 28, 2025

Category: Delaware
Related Categories: Electric, Legislation, New Law, SB60, Utility

Gov. Meyer signed SB60 that among other things prohibits the utilities from using customer funds to subsidize unregulated activities such as, lobbying activities, political contributions, charitable contributions, and certain advertising and public relations activities. This Act also places a cap on annual capital expenses in the amount of $125 million for electric distribution companies. This Act also contains a severability clause.

This new law became effective on July 16, 2025.

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