{
  "schema_version": "1.0",
  "last_updated": "2026-06-14",
  "source": "https://pluginsolarhub.org/state-legality/",
  "disclaimer": "Informational, not legal advice. Plug-in solar law evolves fast; verify with your utility and state authority.",
  "state": "New York",
  "slug": "new-york",
  "status": "Passed legislature — awaiting Governor",
  "status_badge_verbatim": "Passed legislature — awaiting Governor",
  "avg_rate_cents": 25,
  "main_utilities": [
    "Con Edison",
    "National Grid",
    "NYSEG"
  ],
  "page_url": "https://pluginsolarhub.org/state-legality/new-york/",
  "last_reviewed": "2026-06-14",
  "legislation": {
    "bill": "A.9111C / S.8512C (SUNNY Act)",
    "status": "passed_awaiting_governor",
    "date": "2026-05-29",
    "effective": null,
    "max_watts": 1200,
    "cert_required": "Accredited testing laboratory (e.g. UL); state fire code compliance",
    "signed_by": null,
    "source_url": "https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8512",
    "notes": "Passed both chambers May 29, 2026. Senate sponsor: Sen. Liz Krueger. Awaiting Gov. Kathy Hochul's signature."
  },
  "source_file": "/data/plug-in-solar-laws.json"
}