New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S9199 — Creates the state office of the utility consumer advocate

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 February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

Establishes a state office to advocate for residential utility customers' interests.

This bill creates a state office dedicated to representing residential utility customers. The office will focus on issues such as proposed rate changes and service terms.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: The creation of this office means there will be a dedicated advocate for residential utility consumers in regulatory matters.

Summary

Creates the state office of the utility consumer advocate to represent interests of residential utility customers including a proposed change of rates, charges, terms and conditions of service, the adoption of rules, regulations, guidelines, orders, standards or final policy decisions.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION

  2. DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY

  3. PASSED SENATE

  4. ORDERED TO THIRD READING CAL.1398

  5. COMMITTEE DISCHARGED AND COMMITTED TO RULES

  6. REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Sponsors

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S9199 do?
Creates the state office of the utility consumer advocate to represent interests of residential utility customers including a proposed change of rates, charges, terms and conditions of service, the adoption of rules, regulations, guidelines, orders, standards or final policy decisions.
Who sponsors S9199?
S9199 is sponsored by Jessica Scarcella-Spanton.
What is the current status of S9199?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track S9199?
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