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Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021
12/30/2022, 5:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3979
Bill 117 HR 3979, also known as the Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021, aims to address concerns regarding potential overcharges for natural gas consumers. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 22, 2021.
The main purpose of this legislation is to protect consumers from being overcharged for natural gas by requiring natural gas companies to provide clear and transparent billing information. This includes ensuring that consumers are aware of the rates they are being charged and any additional fees or charges that may be included in their bills.
Additionally, the bill seeks to establish a process for consumers to dispute any overcharges and seek refunds if they have been incorrectly billed. This process would provide consumers with a way to address any billing discrepancies and hold natural gas companies accountable for any overcharges. Overall, the Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021 aims to promote fairness and transparency in the natural gas industry and ensure that consumers are not being unfairly charged for their natural gas usage. The bill is currently under consideration in the House of Representatives and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
The main purpose of this legislation is to protect consumers from being overcharged for natural gas by requiring natural gas companies to provide clear and transparent billing information. This includes ensuring that consumers are aware of the rates they are being charged and any additional fees or charges that may be included in their bills.
Additionally, the bill seeks to establish a process for consumers to dispute any overcharges and seek refunds if they have been incorrectly billed. This process would provide consumers with a way to address any billing discrepancies and hold natural gas companies accountable for any overcharges. Overall, the Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021 aims to promote fairness and transparency in the natural gas industry and ensure that consumers are not being unfairly charged for their natural gas usage. The bill is currently under consideration in the House of Representatives and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congressional Summary of HR 3979
Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021
This bill provides authority for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to establish a refund effective date and order refunds for natural gas rates that are unjust, unreasonable, unduly discriminatory, or preferential.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3979
Bill HR 3979 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3979 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3979's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of June 18, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3979
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3979
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3979
Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021
To establish a refund effective date for rates and charges under the Natural Gas Act, and for other purposes.
Protecting Natural Gas Consumers from Overcharges Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3979
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