Bill > S04820

This bill eliminates the minimum charge for water supply in New York City by modifying two existing laws. Specifically, the bill amends the Administrative Code of the City of New York to remove references to a "minimum charge" for water, ensuring that water charges will now be based solely on the actual quantity of water used as measured by water meters, with only a meter charge and annual service charge potentially remaining. Additionally, the bill modifies the Public Authorities Law to explicitly prohibit the New York City Water Board from imposing any type of minimum charge, fee, rate, or rent on any class of property users. This change means that water customers in New York City will only pay for the water they actually consume, potentially reducing water bills for some users who previously had to pay a fixed minimum charge regardless of their water usage. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4820