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New York's Accelerate Solar for Affordable Power (ASAP) Act, introduced by Democratic State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Didi Barrett, aims to double the state's solar energy capacity to 20 gigawatts by 2035, expected to save $1 billion annually. The bill focuses on expediting interconnection processes and allows solar firms to perform grid upgrades.

It revives the New York Sun program, earmarking investments for low-income households. Despite projected savings, Republican legislators oppose the bill due to concerns over safety risks from battery storage fires and local governance rights. A related bill promotes solar on rooftops and commercial buildings.