Moderate Democrats in the Assembly want Gov. Hochul to pause New York’s all-electric building mandate, citing grid concerns, according to Spectrum News.
The 2023 law bans gas hookups in new buildings under seven stories starting Jan. 1. Lawmakers say energy reliability issues and construction costs are stalling housing. They’re drafting a letter asking for a delay or exemptions.
Progressives resist major changes, warning rollback could weaken climate goals. Hochul hasn’t said if she’ll act but signaled openness to cost-cutting talks.
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