Requires respective changes to service and delivery charges for gas or electric service to be included in the information regarding average proposed rate changes required to be published by the public service commission in certain instances.
Impact
If this bill is enacted, it will necessitate adjustments in the reporting requirements of the Public Service Commission, which could lead to more comprehensive disclosures regarding utility charges. Users will gain clearer insights into how rate changes might affect their monthly bills, fostering a better understanding of their utility expenses. Moreover, it aims to align with consumer protection measures, ensuring that utility rate adjustments are communicated effectively to ratepayers.
Summary
Bill A08151 aims to amend the New York Public Service Law to require that information on respective changes to service and delivery charges for gas and electric services be included when the Public Service Commission publishes average proposed rate changes. This bill emphasizes the need for transparency in how proposed rate changes impact consumers on both residential and commercial levels, ensuring that stakeholders are well-informed about the financial implications of these changes.
Contention
While the bill's intent is to enhance transparency, potential points of contention could arise from utility providers who may see this additional reporting requirement as an administrative burden. There could be concerns regarding the feasibility of collecting and disseminating these details in a timely manner, especially for commercial ratepayers. Stakeholders may also debate whether the benefits of increased transparency outweigh the potential costs involved in compliance with the new reporting obligations.
Same As
Requires respective changes to service and delivery charges for gas or electric service to be included in the information regarding average proposed rate changes required to be published by the public service commission in certain instances.
Requires the public service commission to publish certain information prior to a major rate change by a public gas or electric utility including an explanation of why the rate change is requested and a summary of how the proposed revenue will be spent.
Requires the public service commission to publish certain information prior to a major rate change by a public gas or electric utility including an explanation of why the rate change is requested and a summary of how the proposed revenue will be spent.
Requires the department of financial services publish a report on long-term care insurance rates including historical rates and the dates and amounts of any rate changes.
Requires the department of financial services publish a report on long-term care insurance rates including historical rates and the dates and amounts of any rate changes.
Relates to credits for charges in which services were not supplied; requires the city of New York to make certain that there are no charges being levied for services which were not supplied to a covered entity; requires accounts to be credited for services not provided.
Relates to credits for charges in which services were not supplied; requires the city of New York to make certain that there are no charges being levied for services which were not supplied to a covered entity; requires accounts to be credited for services not provided.
Requires charges for telephone calls based on duration, whether over lines or by cellular, to be charged and prorated by the second; applies to all service providers; authorizes the public service commission to promulgate rules and regulations.
Requires charges for telephone calls based on duration, whether over lines or by cellular, to be charged and prorated by the second; applies to all service providers; authorizes the public service commission to promulgate rules and regulations.