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NY A06464
Bill
Status
3/7/2017
Primary Sponsor
Michael DenDekker
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AI Summary
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Creates standards for advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) devices requiring compliance with Federal Communications Commission radio frequency emissions standards, American National Standards Institute meter accuracy specifications, and commission-established health and safety requirements.
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Grants customers the right to decline installation of two-way smart meters at no penalty, fee, or service charge, and allows removal within 365 days of installation at no cost.
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Requires utilities to provide written notice at least 90 days before installing two-way smart meters on individual customer premises and at least 180 days before installing in multi-unit dwellings.
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Prohibits installation of two-way smart meters in multiple dwellings, condominiums, or cooperatives if more than 30 percent of customers decline installation within 90 days of notice.
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Applies requirements to electric, gas, and water-works corporations; requires utilities to maintain records of customer responses for at least three years.
Legislative Description
Restricts the use of advanced metering infrastructure devices by electric, gas and water-works corporations.
Last Action
referred to energy
1/3/2018