The new fiscal year budget was approved by Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Democratic-led legislature on Tuesday night, and contains a provision that bans gas stoves from new residential buildings.
was approved by Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Democratic-led legislature on Tuesday night and contains a provision that bans gas stoves from new residential buildings. The law also bans furnaces and propane heating.
Under the new law, all-electric heating and cooking is required in new buildings shorter than seven stories by 2026, and in buildings taller than seven stories by 2029 — but is designed to largely impact residential buildings, with exceptions in place for commercial and industrial buildings such as restaurants and stores.
"Just like we had to, a long time ago, transition from coal as your energy source, we do have to transition. There are clean energy alternatives," said Hochul in an interview on Wednesday withLt. Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks during a press conference at the New York State Capitol on August 11, 2021, in Albany City."It's going to take time and I want to make sure that New Yorkers don't get hit hard for the costs, so we're going to roll this out.
"Changing the ways we make and use energy to decrease our reliance on fossil fuels will help ensure a healthier environment for us and our children," New York Assembly Speaker Carl E. HeastieBut for those worried this new legislation could impact their beloved existing kitchen power, Hochul had some words of relief: existing buildings will not be impacted by the new legislation.
"Everybody who has a gas stove, enjoy it. Keep your gas stove," said Hochul to FOX 5."Nobody's touching your gas stoves!"
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