Exhibit 23-3
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November 22, 2011
Public Service Electric and Gas Company:
We consent to the references to us the heading “LEGAL OPINIONS” in the Prospectus relating to the First and Refunding Mortage Bonds and Secured Medium-Term Notes included in the Registration Statement on Form S-3 to which this consent is attached as an Exhibit.
/s/ Ballard Spahr LLP
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