Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman has launched a new statewide television advertisement outlining his plan to cut electricity costs in half for residents and small businesses across New York.
The ad, which began airing statewide on Monday, focuses on rising utility bills and details Blakeman’s proposal to lower taxes, fees, policy mandates, and delivery charges that he says account for as much as 70 percent of the average electric bill.
Campaign spokesperson Madison Spanodemos said the ad is aimed at addressing affordability concerns and presenting Blakeman’s plan directly to voters.
The campaign contrasted Blakeman’s approach with policies under Kathy Hochul, saying utility rates have increased significantly during her tenure. The campaign cited the state’s move to ban new natural gas hookups in new construction, the elimination of the “100-foot rule” that previously covered certain gas line connection costs, and growing energy-related fees and mandates as drivers of higher bills.
Blakeman said he would reverse those policies, restore energy options for consumers, and pursue what he calls an “all-of-the-above” energy strategy to reduce monthly costs.
