Assembly Democrats’ Bills to Increase Energy Supply Signed into Law
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- Aug 21, 2025
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Posted on: August 22, 2025
Assembly Democrats’ Bills to Increase Energy Supply Signed into Law
New laws will add thousands of megawatts of energy and lower costs for New Jersey families
(TRENTON) — In a move to strengthen grid reliability and lower long-term energy costs, Governor Phil Murphy today signed two pieces of legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats that represent a significant investment in New Jersey’s energy future. The bills, which are designed to ensure reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity remains within reach for residents and businesses, will expand access to community solar and procure transmission-scale energy storage.
Bill A5267, sponsored by Assemblymen Wayne P. DeAngelo, Dave Bailey Jr., and Kevin Egan, will require the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to launch a procurement program for at least 1,000 MW of transmission-scale energy storage. These large storage facilities will capture excess energy during low-demand periods and release it when the grid needs it most, reducing reliance on expensive fossil-fuel plants that only run during times of peak electric demand, resulting in lower emissions and lowering costs for consumers.
“Energy storage is a necessary tool in balancing supply and demand, lowering costs, and increasing renewable energy projects,” saidAssemblyman DeAngelo (D-Mercer, Middlesex). “As we seek to diversify our energy generation portfolio, this legislation will help us harness the power of renewable energy sources and use it to enhance the resiliency of our energy infrastructure.”
“Reliability and efficiency of the power grid are essential parts of the conversation surrounding energy affordability,” said Assemblyman Bailey (D-Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland). “Storing excess energy when demand is low and releasing it when demand is high is one of the smartest ways to reduce costs for consumers. Bill A5267 will do just that by bringing large-scale storage projects online, making our grid more reliable and our utility bills more affordable.”
“Bill A5267 will help us mitigate the unpredictability in both the market and the climate by strengthening our ability to store energy,” saidAssemblyman Egan (D-Middlesex, Somerset). “The steps we’re taking to stabilize the grid today will benefit consumers well into the future.”
Bill A5768, sponsored by Assemblywomen Luanne Peterpaul and Margie Donlon, and Assemblyman Robert Karabinchak, will direct the BPU to open registration for an additional 3,000 MW of community solar projects. The law eliminates the previous 150 MW annual cap, ensuring new generation can come online more quickly and giving more households the ability to participate in, and benefit from, solar energy without having to install panels themselves.
“Community solar projects are beneficial in numerous ways, including promoting clean energy, enhancing accessibility, and reducing costs,” saidAssemblywoman Peterpaul (D-Monmouth). “New Jersey’s Community Solar Energy Program has yielded millions of dollars in savings for subscribers. With this bill being signed into law today, we look forward to even more projects being constructed, leading to additional savings for residents throughout the state.”
“Boosting New Jersey’s energy supply is key to lowering utility bills for New Jersey ratepayers and this legislation is pivotal to bringing new solar projects online,” said Assemblywoman Donlon (D-Monmouth). “By expanding the nationally-recognized Community Solar Energy Program, Bill A5768 will enable us to bring rate relief to working families and increase access to this vital clean energy source.”
“With the termination of the federal Solar for All program earlier this month, the signing of this legislation could not come at a more critical time,” saidAssemblyman Karabinchak (D-Middlesex). “Solar technology has stood the test of time and will play a crucial role in reaching our energy goals in New Jersey. As we continue to address energy affordability, bring relief to ratepayers, and increase electricity generation, Bill A5768 will help incentivize the development and construction of significantly more solar energy projects in the state.”