Requires utility service providers to disclose planned rate increases to consumers within thirty days before they take effect.

New York A10376 mandates that utility service providers, including gas, electric, water, steam, and telephone corporations, must inform consumers of any planned rate increases at least thirty days before they take effect. The notification must be separate from any billing statement and include the amount of the increase, the effective date, and where consumers can get additional information. Additionally, the bill requires these providers to offer contact information and a mechanism for consumers to cancel their service completely.

Requires utility service providers to disclose planned rate increases to consumers within thirty days before they take effect.

New York A10376 mandates that utility service providers, including gas, electric, water, steam, and telephone corporations, must inform consumers of any planned rate increases at least thirty days before they take effect. The notification must be separate from any billing statement and include the amount of the increase, the effective date, and where consumers can get additional information. Additionally, the bill requires these providers to offer contact information and a mechanism for consumers to cancel their service completely.