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On her first day in office, Governor Mikie Sherrill signed two executive orders to freeze electricity rate hikes and expand power generation in New Jersey. The orders direct the Board of Public Utilities to halt new rate increase proceedings and use state funds to mitigate price spikes.

Sherrill invoked emergency powers to fast-track solar, battery storage, and nuclear projects, while establishing a Nuclear Power Task Force. The effectiveness of the rate freeze may depend on legislative cooperation and market coordination, as governors have limited authority in regional pricing mechanisms. The orders take effect immediately, providing short-term relief to ratepayers.