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NY A09306
NY A09306Prohibits utility termination of services due to the COVID-19 pandemic for residential and small business customers who experience a financial hardship due to the pandemic.
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Introduced
02/23/2022
02/23/2022
In Committee
02/23/2022
02/23/2022
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 prohibiting termination of utility services due to financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic; repealing certain provisions of such law relating thereto; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
AI Summary
This bill prohibits utility corporations, water-works corporations, and municipalities from terminating or disconnecting services for residential and small business customers who have experienced financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill requires these providers to offer deferred payment agreements to such customers without down payments, late fees, or penalties. It also mandates the restoration of service within 48 hours if it has been terminated due to a defaulted deferred payment agreement or non-payment of arrears, without any penalties. The bill defines "small business customer" and provides for the recovery of lost or deferred revenues after June 30, 2022. The provisions of the bill are set to expire on June 30, 2022.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Harvey Epstein (D)*,
Anna Kelles (D),
Yuh-Line Niou (D),
Rebecca Seawright (D),
Jo Anne Simon (D),
Stefani Zinerman (D),
Last Action
referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 02/23/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A9306 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A09306&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A09306 |
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