New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 8535: Establishes reduced residential rates for electric and natural gas service to furloughed or non-pay federal workers

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Plain-language summary

S 8535 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on October 20, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes reduced residential rates for electric and natural gas service to furloughed or non-pay federal workers. Primary sponsor: Kevin Parker (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Kevin Parker (Democratic/Working Families).