Bill > A04294

This bill amends the public service law to modify the rules surrounding ad hoc members on the board of electric generating facilities. Specifically, the bill requires that a quorum of the board cannot be established unless both ad hoc members have been appointed. Previously, if ad hoc members were not appointed within 45 days, a majority of board members could still constitute a quorum. The bill outlines a detailed process for appointing these ad hoc members, which involves nominations from local government officials such as municipal and county executives, community board chairpersons, and borough presidents, depending on the location of the proposed facility. The ad hoc members are to be appointed by the president pro tem of the senate and the speaker of the assembly, with the governor having the power to appoint if the legislative leaders do not make their appointments within 30 days. This change ensures that local representation is integrated into the board's decision-making process for electric generating facility certifications, and that the board cannot proceed without full local input.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4294