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NY A07880

NY A07880
Prohibits public utilities from using funds or being reimbursed by funds raised from ratepayers for contributions or gifts to political candidates, trade associations, public charities, and lobbyists, and for certain travel, entertainment and educational expenditures.


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Introduced
07/19/2023
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 prohibiting public utilities from using funds or being reimbursed by funds raised from ratepayers for certain activities

AI Summary

This bill prohibits public utilities from using or being reimbursed by funds raised from ratepayers for certain activities, including contributions to political candidates, trade associations, public charities, and expenditures on travel, entertainment, and education. The bill requires public utilities with more than 75,000 customers to submit annual reports to the Public Service Commission detailing these prohibited expenses. It also authorizes the Commission to adopt rules and regulations to implement the provisions of the bill.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 01/03/2024)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Campaign Finance and Political Spending
Energy
  • ‐ General Energy
Government Operations
  • ‐ Lobbying and Lobbyist Regulation

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