New York S00980 mandates the Public Service Commission to hold public hearings on proposed utility rate increases.

New York S00980 amends the public service law to require the Public Service Commission to hold public hearings before deciding on any increase in utility rates, fees, rentals, or charges. These hearings must occur at least ninety days before the effective date of the increase and allow for public comments and questions. The act takes effect ninety days after becoming law, with necessary rule changes authorized immediately.

New York S00980 mandates the Public Service Commission to hold public hearings on proposed utility rate increases.

New York S00980 amends the public service law to require the Public Service Commission to hold public hearings before deciding on any increase in utility rates, fees, rentals, or charges. These hearings must occur at least ninety days before the effective date of the increase and allow for public comments and questions. The act takes effect ninety days after becoming law, with necessary rule changes authorized immediately.