New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office told me the governor is reviewing legislation that would reverse an old state rule that allows free gas line hookups within 100 feet of new homes.
The bill, which was passed by the New York State Legislature, covers part of the NY HEAT Act.
“Anytime someone builds a new home, we all pay for their new gas line,” said New York State Assemblyman Patrick Burke (D), who voted in favor of the bill. “If people want to add gas to their home, they can. It’s just the rest of us aren’t going to pay for it.”…