Governor Kathy Hochul announced $200 million in utility relief for 8 million New Yorkers. Gov. Hochul announced the payment on Thursday, February 15, 2024. The New York State Public Service Commission adopted a $200 million New York State energy bill credit to help gas and electric customers reduce their bills. The one-time payment will be administered by electric and gas utilities on behalf of their customers. The credit will help more than 8 million New Yorkers. Gov. Hochul said,