MP Wescot-Williams drafts social electricity tariff bill, awaits govt. data

Democratic Party Member of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams has drafted legislation that would establish a social electricity tariff for St. Maarten, but has not yet formally introduced the bill in Parliament. Wescot-Williams says she is waiting on information from the government before the proposal can be tabled. The legislation is intended to create a lower, subsidized electricity rate for residents who struggle to afford current utility costs. Electricity affordability has been a longstanding concern in St. Maarten, where utility bills are among the highest in the region. The move reflects ongoing pressure on lawmakers to address the cost-of-living burden faced by lower-income households. No timeline has been given for when the government is expected to provide the requested information or when the bill may formally advance.