New Jersey § 48:2-21
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 48:2-21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48:2-21.
The board may, during the pendency of any hearing instituted by it, on its own initiative
or on petition, in which the approval or fixing of just and reasonable individual
rates, joint rates, tolls, charges or schedules thereof, as well as commutation, mileage
or other special rates is in issue, or at any other time, negotiate and agree with
any public utility for an adjustment of the individual rates, joint rates, tolls,
charges or schedules thereof, as well as commutation, mileage or other special rates
for any product or service supplied or rendered by such public utility. Such adjustment may be for, or without, a specified limit of time. In no event shall any such adjustment be regarded as contractual. Such adjustment shall at all times be subject to change through the proceedings
provided for by this chapter, or through negotiation and agreement under this section. The board as a part of any such negotiation and adjustment shall provide for the
continuance, suspension or other disposition of any hearing of the character aforesaid
then pending.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 48:2-21
What does New Jersey Statutes § 48:2-21 cover?
Section 48:2-21 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 48:2-21?
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How does New Jersey § 48:2-21 apply to my situation?
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