Push against NY’s natural gas ban on new builds continues [Video]

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) – Back when New York Gov. Kathy Hochul revealed her state budget in early 2023, the proposal included details on a push away from natural gas when it comes to new builds.

The proposed bill called for the eventual ban of installing fossil fuel space and water heating equipment, including home heating systems that use natural gas. It also bans any supply, distribution, or delivery of fossil-fuel for any purpose to new buildings.

New buildings under seven stories, including homes, would be required to be fully electric by 2026, while larger structures will not be allowed gas hookups after 2029. The proposed rules will not mandate that existing homes switch over.

With nearly 12 months left until this natural gas ban is set to take effect, some local lawmakers feel this bill is going to hamper some people’s ability to effectively, efficiently and affordably heat their homes, and everything else that …