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NY A04749
NY A04749Provides that every customer of a water-works corporation, at no penalty, fee or service charge to decline the permission of the water-works corporation to replace an existing meter at such customer's premises that is assigned to such customer's account.
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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public service law, in relation to certain charges for advanced metering infrastructure for water-works corporation services
AI Summary
This bill provides customers of water-works corporations (water utility companies) with the right to decline the replacement of their existing water meter with an advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) device without incurring any penalties, fees, or service charges. Specifically, the bill amends the public service law by adding a new section that explicitly protects customers' ability to refuse meter upgrades at their premises. Advanced metering infrastructure typically refers to digital meters that can provide real-time water usage data and enable more efficient utility management, but this bill ensures that customers are not financially penalized if they choose to keep their existing meter. The legislation appears aimed at giving consumers more control over their utility equipment and protecting them from potential additional costs associated with mandatory meter replacements.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 02/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4749 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A04749&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A04749 |
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