HB 173: Regards entities providing behind-the-meter utility services

The bill aims to regulate submetered utility services, which are provided by entities other than public utilities. These services include advanced energy resources, electric vehicle charging, and billing for water service. The bill defines what constitutes a public utility, including electric light companies, natural gas companies, and water-works companies. The bill prohibits public utilities from setting the location of their meters in a way that prevents submetered utility service providers from installing their services at a point after the public utility's service is delivered. It also prohibits public utilities from refusing to relocate their meters to accommodate submetered utility service providers. In addition, the bill requires public utilities to offer to sell personal property or equipment to customers if it is relocated due to a change in service. The bill also establishes…