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- Referred to energy and telecommunications
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Relates to certain fees for energy audits
In Assembly Committee · Ways And Means · Sponsor Sean Ryan
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S7239
Title of bill
An act to amend the public authorities law, in relation to energy audits
Purpose or general idea of bill
Eliminates certain fees associated with on-bill recovery financing through the "Green Jobs/Green New York" Program.
Summary of specific provisions
Section One: Amends subdivision 3 of section 1395 of the public authorities law waiving certain fees associated with on-bill recovery financing through the "Green Jobs/Green New York" Program for those eligible for free or reduced cost energy audits.
Section Two: Sets effective date.
Justification
Promoting energy conservation and clean energy technologies is a responsible approach for reducing emissions of potentially harmful air contaminants and for creating opportunities for "green jobs" in the marketplace to improve competition and enhance our economy.
On bill financing enhances the Green Jobs Green New York Program by allowing electric and gas utilities to offer energy efficiency loans to be paid back on utility bills. Certain additional fees associated with utilizing this mechanism have the potential to hinder access for certain applicants. This bill will help ensure that the program provides greater access and improved benefits.
Legislative history
New Bill
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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