S01544Introduced in the Senate
Establishes energy efficiency measures by the public service commission and NYSERDA including requiring utilities to hire and train employees who are from priority populations or living in areas designated as environmental justice communities.
Introduced by Kevin Parker, District 21
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Establishes energy efficiency measures by the public service commission and NYSERDA including requiring utilities to hire and train employees who are from priority populations or living in areas designated as environmental justice communities.
Where it stands
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January 7, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Energy And Telecommunications Committee Vote · January 28, 2025
7
Yes
2
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mario Mattera | 2 | Yes |
| Kevin Parker | 21 | Yes |
| Brian Kavanagh | 27 | Yes |
| Michelle Hinchey | 41 | Yes |
| Rachel May | 48 | Yes |
| Mark Walczyk | 49 | No |
| Christopher Ryan | 50 | Yes |
| Thomas O'Mara | 58 | No |
| Kristen Gonzalez | 59 | Yes |
Bill history
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REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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