In June 2025, the New York State Assembly voted to repeal the outdated 100-foot rule, which forced customers to subsidize costly gas hookups for new customers. This victory follows years of advo- cacy to eliminate policies that prop up the fossil fuel industry at the public’s expense. Food & Water Watch applauds elected leaders like State Senator Lea Webb (center) for putting her constituents ahead of gas utilities.
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