New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S8717 — Provides that the New York state energy research and development authority shall provide information to residential and commercial consumers on renewable energy technology incentive and affordability programs

Last action — In Assembly Committee

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 07, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill requires sharing information about renewable energy incentives to consumers.

This bill mandates that the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority inform both residential and commercial consumers about programs for renewable energy technology incentives and affordability. Information will be disseminated through various channels such as brochures, social media, and public campaigns.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means you will receive more information on programs that can help you afford renewable energy technologies.
  • Small Business: This means your business could learn about incentives to adopt renewable energy technologies.

Summary

Provides that the New York state energy research and development authority shall provide information to residential and commercial consumers regarding renewable energy technology incentive and affordability programs through a variety of methods, including brochures, posters, social media, television ads, and public ambassadors.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS

  2. DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY

  3. PASSED SENATE

  4. ORDERED TO THIRD READING CAL.1639

  5. COMMITTEE DISCHARGED AND COMMITTED TO RULES

  6. REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (218)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S8717 do?
Provides that the New York state energy research and development authority shall provide information to residential and commercial consumers regarding renewable energy technology incentive and affordability programs through a variety of methods, including brochures, posters, social media, television ads, and public ambassadors.
Who sponsors S8717?
S8717 is sponsored by Michelle Hinchey.
What is the current status of S8717?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 07, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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