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NY A05592

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2015

Primary Sponsor

Brian Kavanagh

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Origin

Assembly

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits public utility companies from discontinuing gas, electric, steam, or water service to entire multiple dwellings for non-payment of bills

  • Allows utilities to pursue other remedies for unpaid bills, including filing liens against the property

  • Repeals existing provisions requiring utilities to provide 15 days' written notice and notification to occupants, health officers, local officials, and county executives before service discontinuance

  • Eliminates rules requiring utilities to accept tenant payments and limiting tenant liability for arrears to two months

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Provides that no public utility shall discontinue gas, electric, steam or water service for non-payment of bills to an entire multiple dwelling but shall have all rights otherwise provided by law, including the right to file a lien against the property.

Last Action

referred to energy

1/6/2016

Committee Referrals

Energy2/27/2015

Full Bill Text

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