New Jersey bases electric bills on household income

New Jersey is facing a controversy over a new energy billing proposal. The state's Board of Public Utilities has approved a plan to base electric bills on income rather than energy usage. This decision has sparked outrage among some residents and politicians. Jack Ciattarelli, a candidate for Governor of New Jersey, has criticized the plan. He shared his thoughts on Facebook, calling the proposal absurd. Ciattarelli believes that the members of the Board who voted for this system should resign. He expressed his concerns about the unfairness of such a billing method. Matt Rooney, a commentator from “Save Jersey,” also addressed the issue. He reported that families with higher incomes may see increased bills, while those receiving state aid could see lower rates. Rooney highlighted that New Jerseyans are already preparing for electric bill increases of up to 20% starting June 1st. Senator Anthony Bucco, the GOP's Senate minority leader, shared his views as well. He criticized the state's progressive policies for leading to high energy costs and suggested that New Jersey should focus on increasing energy production through reliable sources like natural gas. The debate continues, and the issue is expected to be a topic of discussion at the New Jersey GOP Statewide Leadership Summit later today. Many residents are concerned about this approach to energy billing, believing it could have wider implications for governance in the state.