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This bill requires utilities, waterworks corporations, telephone corporations, and cable television companies to establish a 10% discount program for low-income senior citizens and individuals with a disability. The bill defines "low-income senior citizens" as those 65 or older with a household income below $50,000, or eligible for rental or home energy assistance programs. "Individuals with a disability" are defined as those with a disability who have a household income below $50,000 and receive certain federal disability benefits. The discount programs must be advertised on the companies' websites, and the costs cannot be passed on to customers. The bill takes effect immediately.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S1204