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NY S04231
NY S04231Requires the notification of a public utility company's or municipality's customers when the supply rate increases by at least forty percent and to notify such customers of bill assistance programs by posting on the utility company's website.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public service law, in relation to requiring the notification of a public utility company's or municipality's customers when the supply rate increases by at least forty percent
AI Summary
This bill requires public utility companies and municipalities that supply energy to notify their customers when energy supply rates increase by at least 40% compared to the previous month's rate. The notification must be done by conspicuously posting the updated rate and percentage increase on the company's website. Additionally, the bill mandates that these utility companies and municipalities must also post information about all available bill assistance programs on their websites. The purpose of the bill appears to be increasing transparency for energy consumers and helping them stay informed about significant rate changes and potential financial support options. By requiring online posting of this information, the bill aims to make it easier for customers to access important details about their energy costs and potential assistance programs.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS (on 01/07/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4231 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S04231&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S04231 |
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