Bill > S01551

This bill amends the public service law to protect consumers' electrical and gas consumption data by prohibiting utility corporations, municipalities, and local electric or gas corporations from sharing, disclosing, or making such data accessible to law enforcement entities (including police officers as defined in criminal procedure law) without either a judicial court-ordered subpoena, warrant, or the consumer's explicit written consent. The bill importantly allows utility companies to continue using aggregate consumption data for analysis, reporting, or program management, provided that all personal identifying information is removed, thus ensuring that broader utility planning and management can continue while protecting individual consumer privacy. By requiring a judicial order or consumer consent before releasing individual consumption data, the bill aims to prevent potential unauthorized access to personal energy usage information by law enforcement agencies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1551