Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- None identified in abstract
Risks
- None identified in abstract
StatePennsylvaniaReferred
HB 2740: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rates and distribution systems, further providing for voluntary changes in rates.
Danilo Burgos
HB 2740 status: Referred — Referred to Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities (updated Aug 18, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
30OUT OF 100
Score:30/100 civic fit
Risk:High Risk
Impact:High Impact 75/100
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Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion20%
Bill summary
The bill impacts pricing mechanisms for essential utility services affecting almost all Pennsylvania households and businesses.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Critical outlook
35%
Benefits
- Could expedite revenue recovery for utility infrastructure projects
Risks
- Increases potential for higher consumer utility bills
- Reduces regulatory friction for utility price adjustments
Society
Critical outlook
30%
Benefits
- Potential for improved service reliability via faster financial adjustments
Risks
- Disproportionate impact on low-income households
- Potential reduction in transparency regarding consumer cost changes
Technology Industry
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Source note
Risk of diminished regulatory oversight of utility pricing
Analysis scope
Analysis based on limited legislative abstract provided
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Where it stands
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