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NY A06609
NY A06609Extends a moratorium on utility termination of services after the COVID-19 state of emergency is lifted or expires for a period of 180 days after such expiration or until December 31, 2021 whichever is later.
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Introduced
03/19/2021
03/19/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public service law, in relation to extending a moratorium on utility termination of services after the COVID-19 state of emergency is lifted or expires; and to amend chapter 108 of the laws of 2020 amending the public service law, relating to issuing a moratorium on utility termination of services during periods of pandemics and/or state of emergencies, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof
AI Summary
This bill extends a moratorium on utility termination of services for residential customers in New York State for 180 days after the COVID-19 state of emergency is lifted or expires, or until December 31, 2021, whichever is earlier. During this period, utility corporations, water-works corporations, and municipalities cannot terminate or disconnect service to residential customers who have experienced a change in financial circumstances due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill also allows these customers to enter into or restructure deferred payment agreements without the requirement of a down payment, late fees, or penalties. Additionally, the Public Service Commission is given the authority to adjudicate complaints and conduct investigations for violations of these provisions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 01/05/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A6609 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A06609&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A06609 |
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