NY-S8546
2025-2026 session
Legislation
Establishes a grid modernization surcharge
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REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Jan 7, 2026
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Requires the public service commission establish a grid modernization surcharge imposed on utilities for the energy use of data centers and high-intensity data centers which meet a specified threshold of electricity or information-technology load;…
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Requires the public service commission establish a grid modernization surcharge imposed on utilities for the energy use of data centers and high-intensity data centers which meet a specified threshold of electricity or information-technology load; establishes the grid modernization fund to finance investments in system reliability, capacity expansion, and integration of clean energy resources.
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Linked record: nysenate.gov
Sponsor / agency: Rachel May
Record last checked: Oct 13, 2026
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