Q: How do I file papers with NJBPU?
A: The best way to file papers with NJBPU is through e-Filing. Instructions on e-Filing are available here.
- Current e-Filing Users: Entities registered in the Board’s e-Filing program may continue to file documents in the same manner.
- New e-Filing Users: Entities who are not part of the e-Filing may register with the Board by following the instructions available here.
Q: Some of my documents are confidential. How do I file them privately with the Board?
A: Documents may be filed confidentially according to the filing method as follows:
- e-Filing: Entities may e-File confidential documents following the Instructions available by clicking here.
Please note that parties seeking confidential treatment must continue to meet the requirements set forth in the Board Rules, with the exception of paper filings and mailings pursuant to N.J.A.C. 14:1-12.1 et seq. Please see the Q&A below regarding notarization of documents.
Q: How will I know my filing is complete?
A: E-Filing: Parties utilizing the e-Filing system will receive an email acknowledging receipt.
Q: How do I pay the associated fees with my electronic filing?
A: Mail a check for $25.00, payable to “The State of New Jersey,” to:
NJ Board of Public Utilities
Attn: Office of Budget and Fiscal
44 South Clinton Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08625
Include “E-Filing Fees” in the check’s memo line. Electronic payment options will be available in the future, and instructions will be updated accordingly.
Q: I do not have the ability to electronically file my papers. What do I do?
A: If you do not have access to email, you may contact the Board Secretary at 609-292-1599 for assistance.
Q: Am I required to submit a notarized statement as required by some of the Board’s regulations?
A: Yes. The legislation concerning remote notarial acts can be found here.
Q: May I submit an electronic filing into the record of a formal proceeding?
A: Yes. As per the March 19, 2020 Order, the Board waived the prohibition on the submission of electronic documents from being entered into the record of a formal proceeding, as set forth in N.J.A.C. 14:1-1.1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 14:17-1.1 et seq.
Q: How do I get access to the activity on a case?
A: Create a MYNJ Portal account to view activity in cases to which you are a party through the NJBPU External Access Portal.
Q: How do I search for documents if I don’t have the docket number?
A: The NJBPU Public Document Search Tool allows a user to search by document title, party, and keyword. A Users Guide for this tool is available here.
Q: If I want to file comments pursuant to a Board Order or stakeholder meeting, where should those comments be filed?
A: Please submit responses directly to the specific docket using the “Post Comments” button on the Board’s Public Document Search Tool.
Comments are considered “public documents” for purposes of the State’s Open Public Records Act, and commenters may identify any information that they seek to keep confidential by submitting them in accordance with the procedures set forth in N.J.A.C. 14:1-12.3. Confidential information may be filed electronically via the Board’s e-filing system. Instructions for e-filing confidential documents are available here.
Q: Will parties represented on the Service List receive a copy of the e-Filed documents upon upload?
A: No, it is the filer’s responsibility to provide a copy via email to parties on the service list
