Legislation to Stop Power Shut Offs in Emergencies

Where:

California

The legislation:

SB 167 ( 2019 |CA)

What shutoffs will be prevented during an emergency?

• Shutoffs during a electric transmission line de-energization
• For low income people who depend on life supporting equipment

What is required of utilities?

• utilities to submit plans to the California Public Utilities Commission
• plans must support power for critical-care equipment for low-income customers during temporary power shutoffs

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