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- Referred to energy and telecommunications
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BILL NUMBER:S4501
Title of bill
An act to amend the public service law and the public authorities law, in relation to certain energy projects
Purpose
To authorize the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to issue bonds for certain projects involving major electric generating facilities.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the bill amends the public service law to authorize the department of public service to request information from NYPA in relation to certain energy projects for which NYPA has issued bonds. Section 2 of the bill amends the public authorities law to authorize NYPA to issue bonds for certain energy projects. Section 3 is the effective date.
Justification
Many power plants in New York State are contemplating repowering or other investments in infrastructure in order to meet new environmental standards and to improve their competitive position in the marketplace. Some power plants are even considering construction of new electric generating units on the same or adjacent property in order to remain competitive. Enhancing competition and improving environmental compliance are worthy goals that should be encourage and incentivized.
Unfortunately, many of these power plants are prevented from taking steps to repower or otherwise improve their infrastructure and environmental profile because of the high costs associated with doing so. By allowing NYPA to issue bonds for these types of projects, power plants will be able to lower the cost of repowering and upgrading infrastructure. This lower cost incentive will encourage power plants to make these investments which will result in a cleaner, stronger and more modem generating fleet.
Furthermore, these power plants often represent a significant portion of the tax base for the municipality in which they are located. Loss of such tax base will be devastating for these communities. By lowering the cost of infrastructure investments, this legislation will allow power plants to become more competitive and remain in operation for a longer period of time. This is a significant benefit for our local communities.
Prior legislative history
2013-2014: S.2521-B
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the ninetieth day after it shall become a law.
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