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flag New York ends 100-foot rule, making homeowners pay full cost for new gas connections.

flag New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation eliminating the 100-foot rule, ending a decades-old policy that required existing ratepayers to cover the first 100 feet of new residential natural gas hookup costs. flag Under the new law, applicants must now pay 100% of connection expenses, shifting the financial burden from the broader ratepayer base to individual building owners. flag The change, effective in 12 months, aims to reduce energy costs for existing customers, support New York’s climate goals, and discourage new fossil fuel infrastructure. flag While supporters say it promotes equity and accelerates the transition to cleaner energy, critics warn it could raise construction costs and hinder affordable housing development. flag The repeal is part of a national trend, with several states moving to end similar subsidies.

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