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S. 85462025–2026 SessionIN COMMITTEEDEMOCRAT

Establishes a grid modernization surcharge

Introduced Oct 24, 2025Rachel May (D-NY)

Summary

Requires the public service commission establish a grid modernization surcharge imposed on utilities for the energy use of data centers and high-intensity data centers which meet a specified threshold of electricity or information-technology load; establishes the grid modernization fund to finance investments in system reliability, capacity expansion, and integration of clean energy resources.

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Legislative Journey

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Floor
  4. Passed Chamber 1
  5. Passed Chamber 2
  6. Signed
Oct 24, 2025

REFERRED TO RULES

Senate
Jan 7, 2026

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Senate