Bill > A02541

This bill proposes to repeal certain provisions of the New York Public Service Law that currently allow energy service companies (ESCOs) to sell electricity and natural gas separately from traditional electric and gas distribution companies. Specifically, the bill eliminates paragraph (b) of subdivision 12-b of section 66 and section 66-d of the public service law, which had previously authorized "retail wheeling" - a process that allows customers to purchase electricity or gas from alternative providers beyond their local utility company. By repealing these provisions, the bill effectively restricts electricity and gas sales to the original electric and natural gas distribution corporations, potentially reducing consumer choice in energy providers but potentially simplifying the energy market regulation. The legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment, immediately stopping the ability of ESCOs to operate in their current capacity in New York State.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2541