A 4221 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits point source pollution in the Long Island Sound and Great South Bay

Bill A 4221 prohibits all point source discharges (such as pipes, outlets, or disposal systems) into the Long Island Sound and Great South Bay. It directly affects businesses, industries, or facilities currently releasing waste or pollutants into these water bodies. The law bans both new construction and existing operations of such discharge systems, requiring compliance within one year of enactment. Implementation rules must be finalized before the effective date to enforce the prohibition.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 31, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Jan 31, 2025
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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