Authorizes the New York city water board to grant a discount on New York city water bills to senior citizens and veterans
This bill, S 1593, would authorize the New York City Water Board to provide a 10% discount on water bills for eligible senior citizens and veterans. It directly affects NYC residents aged 65 or older and residents who served in the U.S. military with an honorable or general discharge. The discount applies to all water fees, rates, or charges, and the Water Board would create rules to manage the program. The bill does not specify funding sources or require legislative appropriation.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 10, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
upper
Jan 10, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO CORPORATIONS, AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSIONS
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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State
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Andrew Lanza
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence/Reform
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