S8683 (2025-26 session)

NY State bill

Establishes a medical cost-of-living adjustment and utility bill relief for senior citizens based on documented medical necessity; provides that any gas or electric corporation operating within the state shall, in coordination with the department and the office of temporary and disability assistance, establish a medical cost-of-living adjustment program for residential customers aged sixty-five years or older who incur documented medical expenses necessary to maintain or preserve life or basic bodily function.

Title
Establishes a medical cost-of-living adjustment and utility bill relief for senior citizens based on documented medical necessity
Type
New York State Senate bill
Session
2025-26 session
Status
In Senate Committee
Latest action date
2026-01-07
In committee
Energy And Telecommunications
Introduced
2026-01-07
Law section
Public Service Law

Sponsors

Heard in committee

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