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NY S01630

NY S01630
Provides that each electric corporation shall establish a unique priority phone number that shall remain in operation every day of the year for customers who have documented their need for essential electricity for medical needs; makes related provisions.


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Introduced
01/13/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public service law, in relation to customers with documented need for essential electricity for medical needs

AI Summary

This bill requires each electric corporation in New York to establish a unique priority phone number that remains in operation every day of the year for customers who have documented their need for essential electricity for medical needs. The bill outlines various functions of this priority phone number, such as allowing customers to register their medical needs, receive information and updates about outages and restoration, and obtain safety and other related information during electric service disruptions.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS (on 01/03/2024)

Bill Topics

Energy
  • ‐ Electricity and Hydroelectricity
Health
  • ‐ Availability and Affordability of Medical Devices and Equipment

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