Prohibits the use of unencapsulated foam flotation in docks, buoys and floating structures
This bill prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution of polystyrene foam docks, buoys, and floating structures in New York State. It specifically bans products made with expanded polystyrene foam, extruded polystyrene foam, or rigid polystyrene. The prohibition takes effect on January 1, 2027, directly affecting manufacturers, retailers, and distributors of these items. The law aims to reduce plastic pollution in waterways by eliminating a common source of persistent foam debris.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jun 5, 2026
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The bill was amended to advance its legislative status and adjust its effective date. The most significant policy change is that the ban on selling unencapsulated foam flotation products will now take effect two years after the law is passed, rather than immediately on January 1, 2027. This provides manufacturers and distributors with a longer timeline to adjust their supply chains before the prohibition begins.
TIMELINE
The effective date of the ban was changed from January 1, 2027, to two years after the bill becomes law.
The legislative status was updated to reflect that the bill was reported favorably by the committee and ordered to a third reading.
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Committee
4
Amendments
3
Jun 5, 2026
Committee
COMMITTED TO RULES
upper
Apr 27, 2026
Upper · Passed
AMENDED ON THIRD READING 1129B
upper
Jan 27, 2026
Upper · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 1129A
upper
Jan 27, 2026
Upper · Passed
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
upper
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
upper
Jun 13, 2025
Committee
COMMITTED TO RULES
upper
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Rachel May
DDemocratic/Working Families
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