New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 8530: Enacts the utility transparency and fair billing protection act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 8530 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on October 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Enacts the utility transparency and fair billing protection act. Primary sponsor: Mario Mattera (Republican/Conservative). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Enacts the utility transparency and fair billing protection act to prevent consumers from being overcharged due to misclassified utility rates by mandating proactive account reviews, automatic adjustments, and ensuring clear communication between utilities and customers.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mario Mattera | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 2 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- REFERRED TO RULES