Relates to the effectiveness of provisions of law relating to providing that in the case of any application for gas service to a building which is not supplied with gas, a utility corporation or municipality shall be obligated to provide gas service to such building.
Impact
The amendments proposed by S08812 could substantially transform state regulations related to utility service provisions. By placing an obligation on utility corporations and municipalities, the bill seeks to ensure that new buildings can access gas service, which can be a critical factor in real estate development and urban planning. This requirement has the potential to support economic growth by making areas more attractive to new residents and businesses through improved energy access.
Summary
Bill S08812 aims to amend the public service law concerning the provision of gas service to buildings that are not currently supplied with gas. The bill specifies that a utility corporation or municipality will be obligated to provide gas service to new buildings requesting it. This legislative effort may enhance access to gas service for new developments, facilitating energy availability in expanding urban and suburban areas.
Contention
Notable points of contention surrounding S08812 may center on the balance of responsibilities between utility providers and local governments. Critics of the bill could argue that mandating gas service provisions might impose additional burdens on utility companies, especially in areas where infrastructure may not be adequately developed or where environmental concerns prevail. Additionally, there may be debates on prioritizing gas service over alternative energy solutions amid growing concerns regarding sustainability and climate change.
Same As
Relates to the effectiveness of provisions of law relating to providing that in the case of any application for gas service to a building which is not supplied with gas, a utility corporation or municipality shall be obligated to provide gas service to such building.
Relates to the effectiveness of provisions of law relating to providing that in the case of any application for gas service to a building which is not supplied with gas, a utility corporation or municipality shall be obligated to provide gas service to such building.
Provides that in the case of any application for gas service to a building which is not supplied with gas, a utility corporation or municipality shall be obligated to provide gas service to such building.
Provides that in the case of any application for gas service to a building which is not supplied with gas, a utility corporation or municipality shall be obligated to provide gas service to such building.
Enacts the "billing transparency act"; provides that every utility corporation, energy services corporation and municipality shall provide an itemized breakdown of customers' bills each month; provides that electric utility corporations, energy services companies and municipalities shall maintain a dedicated and easily accessible customer website that explains customer charges.
Prohibits utility corporations and municipalities from increasing a bill previously rendered to a small non-residential customer after twelve months from the date service was provided; provides limited exceptions to such prohibition; requires the utility corporation or municipality to provide notice regarding the late billing.
Prohibits utility corporations and municipalities from increasing a bill previously rendered to a small non-residential customer after twelve months from the date service was provided; provides limited exceptions to such prohibition; requires the utility corporation or municipality to provide notice regarding the late billing.
Authorizes the public service commission to implement performance-based regulation of electric or gas corporations; requires that any such regulation shall provide performance standards and metrics by which such performance shall be measured.
Authorizes the public service commission to implement performance-based regulation of electric or gas corporations; requires that any such regulation shall provide performance standards and metrics by which such performance shall be measured.
Provides that the transfer of certain state lands to KIPP: Albany Community Public Charter Schools shall be made after the submission of the application to the office of general services for such transfer, and prior to the expiration of provisions authorizing such transfer; extends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating thereto.
Provides that the transfer of certain state lands to KIPP: Albany Community Public Charter Schools shall be made after the submission of the application to the office of general services for such transfer, and prior to the expiration of provisions authorizing such transfer; extends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating thereto.