Subject files on proposed takeover of the Long Island Lighting Company (LILCO)
Series Number
L0215
Summary
This series documents research into the feasibility and economic viability of state acquisition of the Long Island Lighting Company (LILCO) to reduce electricity costs to consumers. The records include proposals for expansion of public power and creation of the Long Island Power Authority; legal analyses and review by the State Energy Office; reports of other state power authorities; statistical spreadsheets; rate comparisons; testimony before the Public Power Commission; feasibility and economic viability studies; and related background material.
Creator
New York (State). Legislature. Assembly. Program and Committee Staff
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Joint Legislative Committee on Consumer Protection public hearing and subject files
Series Number
L0020
Summary
This series contains information, gathered by the Joint Legislative Committee on Consumer Protection, from individuals, consumer groups, government agencies, business associations, civic organizations, and others for its examination of consumer protection issues. The files consist primarily of correspondence, public hearing testimony, and printed materials relating to packaging, nutrition, food prices, and trading stamp practices. There is also printed material from consumer protection agencies in other states, including regulations and sample legislation.
Creator
New York (State). Legislature. Joint Legislative Committee on Consumer Protection
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
New York State Assembly Standing Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection bill files
Series Number
L0208
Summary
The Assembly Standing Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection is responsible for developing legislation to protect consumers' rights. This series provides detailed information on the progress, strengths, and weaknesses of consumer-related legislation. The files include correspondence, memorandums, bill analyses, issue papers, sponsor's memorandums, newspaper clippings, journal articles, and support materials relating to legislation developed by the committee. Also present is a small amount of summary information on legislation, including status sheets, budget priorities, committee agendas, and final or annual reports.
Creator
New York (State). Legislature. Assembly. Standing Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.