New Jersey Lawmakers Consider Moving Energy Planning Out of the BPU
October 6, 2026 | morristownminute.org
Two proposals would separate much of New Jersey’s energy planning and development work from the agency that regulates utilities, as lawmakers examine whether the state’s current structure can expand electricity generation while protecting customers from higher costs.
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NJ SEED: Reviewing BPU’s role that has expanded beyond setting utility rates for residential and commercial customers is both appropriate and timely. NJ SEED will continue to closely monitor legislative review of the issue and will urge its members to share their views on the subject with members of the legislature.

