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NY S00120

NY S00120
Prohibits termination of electricity or heat service during forecasts of more than ninety-five degrees or less than thirty-two degrees.


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Introduced
01/08/2025
In Committee
05/28/2025
Crossed Over
05/28/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public service law, in relation to prohibiting termination of residential utility service during forecasts of extreme temperature

AI Summary

This bill amends the New York Public Service Law to prohibit utility companies from terminating residential heat or electricity service during forecasts of extreme temperatures, specifically when the National Weather Service predicts temperatures will be 95 degrees Fahrenheit or higher (using the heat index) or 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower during any time of day or night. If such a temperature forecast occurs before a holiday or weekend, the utility cannot terminate service during those days as well. The bill requires utilities to continue providing service to protect vulnerable residents who might suffer serious health or safety consequences from losing essential utilities during extreme temperature conditions. The legislation maintains existing provisions about protecting customers with mental or physical challenges who cannot manage their resources independently, and it explicitly does not prevent more stringent existing settlements between utilities and regulatory bodies. This bill aims to ensure that residents are not left without critical heat or electricity during potentially dangerous temperature extremes, thus protecting public health and safety.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 05/28/2025)

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