Bill > S08917

This bill prohibits the New York City Municipal Water Finance Authority and the Water Board from passing on any charges, fees, assessments, or rental payments imposed by a municipality for the use of municipal property, infrastructure, or rights-of-way directly to consumers or customers. These charges, often referred to as "rental payments," are considered an indirect tax on essential water and sewer services that disproportionately affect low-income households and can hinder water infrastructure financing. The bill clarifies that such payments cannot be considered operating or capital expenses when calculating water or sewer rates, and any rental payment obligation must be solely borne by the municipality that imposes it, superseding any conflicting local laws.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8917