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NY A07799
Bill
Status
6/4/2013
Primary Sponsor
Michael DenDekker
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Public Service Commission to allow consumers to opt out of using transmitting utility meters from investor-owned electric light and power companies under the Commission's regulation.
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Prohibits the Commission from creating or regulating surcharges for consumers who elect not to use transmitting utility meters.
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Defines "transmitting utility meter" as an electric meter capable of recording energy consumption and communicating that information through two-way communication with the electric supplier for monitoring and billing purposes.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Provides consumers the option to elect not to use transmitting utility meters and provides that the commission shall not charge a fee to consumers making such election.
Last Action
referred to energy
1/8/2014