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SB 1196: Small energization projects: electrical service connections.
What SB 1196 does, verified August 23, 2026
<p>The Powering Up Californians Act amends existing requirements for timely electrical service energization, setting criteria to minimize delays in meeting customer-requested dates. Senate Bill proposes the Public Utilities Commission establish specific timelines by September 30, 2027, for responding to and processing requests to energize accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior ADUs. The bill mandates that electrical corporations comply with these established timelines, which are part of a broader set of requirements aimed at reducing delays in service provision. Violation of the commission's orders implementing this act would be considered a crime.</p>
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. (2026-08-21)Alert me
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| Aug. 21, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m. |
| Aug. 18, 2026 | Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 29. Noes 10.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. |
| Aug. 18, 2026 | In Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments pending. |
| Aug. 17, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. |
| Aug. 06, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |