Strengthens utility storm response and compliance by reviewing mitigating factors and specifics of violations.

This bill amends the Public Service Law to enhance utility storm response and compliance. It mandates electric corporations to submit emergency response plans annually for review by the Public Service Commission. The plans must include management staff identification, communication systems, safety precautions, and procedures for securing downed wires. The commission can require plan amendments, open investigations, and deny service restoration cost recovery if the corporation failed to implement its emergency response plan.

Strengthens utility storm response and compliance by reviewing mitigating factors and specifics of violations.

This bill amends the Public Service Law to enhance utility storm response and compliance. It mandates electric corporations to submit emergency response plans annually for review by the Public Service Commission. The plans must include management staff identification, communication systems, safety precautions, and procedures for securing downed wires. The commission can require plan amendments, open investigations, and deny service restoration cost recovery if the corporation failed to implement its emergency response plan.