Bill > A05136

This bill directs the New York State Energy Planning Board to conduct a comprehensive study on the future of power plants in the state by January 1, 2026. The study must assess multiple aspects of the electric power system, including infrastructure integrity, natural gas supply constraints, future power demands, and investment opportunities. The board is required to consult with various stakeholders such as academic institutions, electric corporations, electricity generating companies, and trade organizations. Key definitions in the bill include "power plant" (a major electric generating facility) and "electric power system" (the network that generates and delivers electric power across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors). The board must prepare a detailed report of its findings and deliver it to the governor, assembly speaker, and senate president by December 31, 2026. The bill will automatically expire on January 1, 2028, at which point the provisions will be considered repealed, effectively making this a time-limited study and reporting mandate focused on understanding and planning for New York's future energy infrastructure.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5136