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Your propaganda is noticeably weaker than yesterday... The New York State Public Service Commission (NYSPSC) played a central role in managing utility-related policies during the COVID-19 pandemic, but there was no specific program under the NYSPSC that explicitly froze electric bill rates statewide. Below is an updated response incorporating the NYSPSC’s actions and clarifying the absence of a rate freeze: NYSPSC Moratorium on Utility Shutoffs: In March 2020, the NYSPSC implemented a moratorium on utility shutoffs to protect customers facing financial hardship due to the pandemic. This ensured that electric and gas services remained active for non-paying customers, preventing service disconnections. While this didn’t freeze electric bill rates, it provided relief by allowing customers to defer payments without losing access, which may have been perceived as cost stabilization. NYSPSC Utility Bill Relief Programs: The NYSPSC authorized several bill relief initiatives to address unpaid balances accumulated during the pandemic, rather than freezing rates: Phase 1 (June 2022): The NYSPSC approved $567 million in one-time bill credits for approximately 311,000 low-income customers enrolled in the Energy Affordability Program (EAP). These credits targeted unpaid balances accrued through May 1, 2022, effectively reducing bills for eligible households without altering the underlying rate structure. Phase 2 (January 2023): The NYSPSC allocated an additional $672 million in credits for 478,000 residential customers and 56,000 small businesses, addressing unpaid COVID-related balances through May 1, 2022. This program focused on debt relief rather than freezing rates. 2024 Relief: In February 2024, the NYSPSC announced $200 million in one-time energy bill credits for over 8 million electric and gas customers, further easing financial burdens without fixing rates. Rate Regulation and NYSPSC Oversight: The NYSPSC regulates utility rates in New York’s deregulated energy market, where electricity prices are influenced by wholesale market fluctuations. During the pandemic, the NYSPSC did not implement a statewide freeze on electric rates, as this would have required overriding market-driven pricing or imposing significant subsidies. Instead, the NYSPSC focused on affordability through bill credits and deferred payment plans. Utilities like Con Edison and National Grid continued to adjust rates based on infrastructure costs and market conditions, subject to NYSPSC approval. Surcharges to Fund Relief: To finance the bill credit programs, the NYSPSC authorized a 0.5% surcharge on utility bills statewide, adding approximately 50 cents per $100 of a bill. This surcharge indicates that rates were not frozen, as additional costs were introduced to support relief efforts. Critical Perspective: The NYSPSC’s approach prioritized financial relief and service continuity over a rate freeze, reflecting the challenges of controlling rates in a deregulated market. Freezing rates would have required complex interventions, potentially shifting costs to taxpayers or utilities. The moratorium and bill credits effectively mitigated financial strain for many customers, which might be mistaken for a rate freeze. However, rate adjustments continued, as evidenced by NYSPSC-approved rate cases for utilities during and after the pandemic. The energy bill credits authorized by the New York State Public Service Commission (NYSPSC) during and after the COVID-19 pandemic were primarily funded through a combination of state budget allocations and utility bill surcharges. Here’s a concise breakdown of how these credits were financed, based on available information:State Budget Funding: Phase 1 (June 2022): The $567 million in bill credits for low-income customers enrolled in the Energy Affordability Program (EAP) was funded through New York State’s budget. The state allocated funds to address unpaid utility balances accrued through May 1, 2022, as part of its COVID relief efforts. This was a direct state investment to support approximately 311,000 eligible customers. Phase 2 (January 2023): The $672 million in credits for 478,000 residential customers and 56,000 small businesses was also funded through state budget appropriations. These funds were designated to clear unpaid balances from the pandemic period, reflecting a state commitment to utility affordability. 2024 Relief: The $200 million one-time energy bill credit announced in February 2024 for over 8 million electric and gas customers was similarly supported by state budget funds, as part of ongoing economic relief initiatives. Utility Bill Surcharge: To offset the costs of these relief programs, the NYSPSC authorized a 0.5% surcharge on utility bills statewide. This added approximately 50 cents per $100 of a customer’s bill. The surcharge was applied across all ratepayers, spreading the cost of the relief programs to ensure utilities could recover funds used for the credits. This mechanism effectively distributed the financial burden among customers rather than relying solely on state funds. Critical Perspective: The reliance on state budget allocations reflects New York’s prioritization of direct relief during the economic fallout of the pandemic. However, the 0.5% surcharge indicates that ratepayers partially bore the cost, which could be seen as a regressive approach, as it increased bills for all customers, including those who may not have received credits. No evidence suggests federal funding or utility profit reductions were used, meaning the state and customers primarily covered the costs.
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Oh I know... had his jersey was my favorite player in the early 90s... I was pumped when he fell to us from Penn State... I always said when Shane hit you... you been hit... but his legs were hysterical skinny... have no idea where his drive thru the tackle came from... but he was indeed a force.
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My point was that the 'average Joe' has regular (free) broadcasted games, and the option to stream almost every other game. The cost to stream for an entire season will put less of a dent on the budget than a single live stadium game for a family of 4. For a Bills fan in the Buffalo area, they're able to see every game of their home team using an over-the-air antenna without spending another penny. If someone is so cash-strapped that they can't swing the cost of streaming, they have to accept that their financial situation limits certain luxuries. Someone in that situation probably couldn't afford to many family outings at a Bills game when tickets were under $20.
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NFL Players in Hot Water for Scalping SB Tix
BillsShredder83 replied to ChevyVanMiller's topic in The Stadium Wall
Sounds like our fair and free stock market. Except itd be 100x, and fines of up to .25% -
Just curious, what makes our strength training program excellent and how does it compare to other NFL teams? I ask because I don’t know.
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Saw a report that the shooter said he had CTE and mentioned the NFL in a note found. Mayor Eric Adams said on Tuesday morning that the authorities “have reason to believe that he was focused on the N.F.L.,” which has offices at the tower, 345 Park Avenue. A three-page note found on the gunman mentioned the league, as well as claims that the man had suffered from the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or C.T.E., from playing football, the police said. It asks that his brain be examined for signs of C.T.E. and accuses the league of concealing the dangers of the game. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/07/29/nyregion/nyc-shooting-manhattan?campaign_id=60&emc=edit_na_20250729&instance_id=159456&nl=breaking-news®i_id=124688203&segment_id=202830&user_id=7d4d7d8af86b7cc8b09f3e6e69dc941f
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What’s are the planks of the right wing’s platform?
Roundybout replied to Thurmal34's topic in Politics, Polls, and Pundits
You’re equating “defense” with “crush protestors with your F350?” -
NFL Players in Hot Water for Scalping SB Tix
NoSaint replied to ChevyVanMiller's topic in The Stadium Wall
im not sure if you are familiar but its a pretty big marketing and PR week for the league, and they like to incentivize players to show up to the various events. likewise, most players have no real expectation of being in this years Super Bowl and are likely much less emotional about that than you think. I knew you were in aqib Talibs crew! -
Training Camp 7/29 — practice at 9:45 am
machine gun kelly replied to eball's topic in The Stadium Wall
We actually have an excellent strength training program, but it’s football. Players get injured. Where we are fortuitous is all of these injuries are temporary, and in many cases probably preparatory to keep a little problem little, not a large problem. E-Man thanks for starting today’s thread. It’s easy to digest one day at a time. I’m sure many appreciate it. -
there are always players banged up in camp, none of it appears to be very serious, so I approach the injury list as just an abundance of caution you are too kind, I'm thinking before we hit the bottom of page 1.
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Also, what’s the over/under on pages before people start blaming Beane and the strength staff for the injuries…my initial thought is 1.5 pages
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Bills sign WR Kelly Akharaiyi, resign UFL WR Deon Cain
Bills!Win! replied to PromoTheRobot's topic in The Stadium Wall
Waiting for an Eli Ankou signing -
Injuries happen. This is the best depth any bills team has ever had. Still crazy that we have all these injuries
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Everyone thought he was going to be AJ Brown 2.0 except bigger, faster and stronger. That didn't exactly pan out.
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I think they are unlikely to win Best In Show, or at least that’s what I’m taking out of this.
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What's the first position the Bills draft in 2026?
SoCal Deek replied to Cash's topic in The Stadium Wall
I know what you’re trying to get at here, but when I see the list at the bottom of your post that means they’ve drafted a starting RB, 2 starting TEs, a starting OT, a starting OG, and a starting WR. Since QB is off the board, that list is pretty much their entire starting offense. No? -
May I ask which number since none of them listed mention discussing past price hike You can call our toll-free Helpline at 1-800-342-3377 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on business days for gas, electric, water, phone and cable TV service/billing complaints. If your service has been, or is about to be, terminated for non-payment, or if a utility has refused to provide residential electric, natural gas or steam service, you can call our special toll-free Emergency Hotline at 1-800-342-3355 between 7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on business days. Opinion Line: 1-800-335-2120 - To submit comments on Commission Cases/Initiatives/Proceedings. This number is set up to receive comments from in-State callers 24-hours a day. These calls are not transcribed verbatim, but a summary is provided to the Commission. ESCO Complaints: 1-888-697-7728 - Complaints about Energy Service Company (ESCO) and competition in the energy industry
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RIP Cancer sucks and 65 is far too young, and getting younger all the time.