Suffolk Reporter

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) has raised concerns over Governor Kathy Hochul's plan to eliminate gas-powered devices and vehicles from being sold in New York. In a recent letter to the governor, DeStefano expressed his reservations about the potential economic impact of such a policy change.

"Few people are in favor of the measures to remove natural gas power from homes, yet despite this pushback the governor has not relented," DeStefano stated. He further added, "I am incredibly concerned this push for environmental justice is coming at the detriment of the average New Yorker, who will be footing the bill for this disingenuous energy revolution that the governor is forcing on us all."

DeStefano also criticized the governor for what he perceives as a lack of thorough consideration in implementing such a significant change. He remarked, "It’s a matter that deserves more scrutiny than anyone in the executive office of this state is putting on it right now."

Moreover, DeStefano highlighted what he sees as a contradiction in Governor Hochul's stance, pointing out that while she advocates for drastic changes in energy consumption, her own practices do not align with her rhetoric. "The governor’s mansion still runs on natural gas... She is asking New Yorkers to change radically but is unwilling or unable to live that change herself. It’s hypocritical," DeStefano concluded.