Energy (Electric Vehicles)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1110: Establishes the hydrogen vehicle task force

Authorizes the New York state energy research and development authority in cooperation with the department of transportation to establish the New York state hydrogen vehicle task force to provide the governor and the legislature with information on the potential effects of expanding the fleet of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the state.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates task force to study hydrogen vehicle expansion, promoting renewable energy infrastructure development as a clean alternative to fossil fuels.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates task force to study hydrogen vehicle expansion, a sustainable transportation alternative, enabling future infrastructure initiatives.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3423: Requires that the manufacture and distribution of electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar collectors and infrastructure to upgrade the power grid is conducted using only wind and solar energy

Requires that the manufacture and distribution of electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar collectors and infrastructure to upgrade the power grid is conducted using only wind and solar energy and does not use any power derived from fossil fuels, nuclear energy or any form of combustion; amends definitions within the clean-fueled vehicle and buses projects to require such vehicles are manufactured and distributed using only wind and solar energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 100% renewable energy (wind/solar) for manufacturing clean energy tech, banning fossil fuels/nuclear in production, directly advancing renewable infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates renewable energy use in manufacturing clean energy infrastructure, reducing emissions and promoting environmental protection through strict clean energy requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 8463: Provides a one-year utility bill tax and surcharge holiday and two-year green energy tax holiday

S 8463 provides a one-year exemption from utility taxes and specific surcharges for all residential and commercial utility customers, effective 14 days after enactment. It also creates a two-year exemption from tariffs for renewable energy systems, electric vehicle infrastructure, and charging stations. During these periods, utility companies must reduce customer prices by the exact amount of the exempted taxes and surcharges. The state will reimburse lost revenue to utility funds within 45 days after the one-year period ends. This bill directly affects all utility ratepayers and impacts how utilities price services for renewable energy investments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides temporary tax exemptions for utilities and green energy, reducing consumer costs while reimbursing state funds - direct tax relief for households and businesses.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax exemptions for renewable energy systems and EV infrastructure, reducing consumer costs while promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProvides tax holidays for renewable energy systems and EV infrastructure, incentivizing clean energy adoption and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill exempts EV infrastructure and charging stations from taxes, directly promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1438: Establishes the zero emission industrial trucks grant program

Establishes the zero-emission industrial trucks grant program to be administered by NYSERDA, to encourage the purchase and lease of zero-emission industrial trucks, class I to III.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission industrial trucks via NYSERDA grants, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds zero-emission industrial trucks via NYSERDA grants, directly reducing industrial emissions and promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds zero-emission industrial truck adoption, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure within vehicle regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 97: Enacts the "build to need act"

Enacts the "build to need act" to meet the state's electrification and climate related policy mandates; directs the public service commission to implement a grid planning process; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates grid planning for electrification and climate policy compliance, advancing renewable energy infrastructure and climate mandates.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enacts grid planning to meet climate mandates and electrification goals, directly advancing environmental protection through clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Electric Vehicles Transmission

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passed · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 2476: Requires the chair of the public service commission create rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the creation of a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program

Requires the chair of the public service commission create rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the creation of a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program to provide power through an extended outage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates EV charging infrastructure pilot program, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates EV charging infrastructure, supporting clean energy adoption and reduced transportation emissions80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation infrastructure by establishing EV charging pilot program for resilience during outages, aligning with transportation policy goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Resilience Utility Regulation Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 28, 2026

A 465: Requires the chair of the public service commission create rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the creation of a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program

Requires the chair of the public service commission create rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the creation of a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program to provide power through an extended outage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates pilot program for resilient EV charging infrastructure, advancing clean energy infrastructure development and promoting electric vehicle adoption.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes EV infrastructure, a clean energy initiative that reduces transportation emissions and supports environmental goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation infrastructure by establishing an EV charging pilot program to enhance resilience during outages, aligning with sustainable transportation indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Resilience Utility Regulation Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1331: Requires certain watercraft, aircraft, and trains to be zero emissions; requires the study of certain clean energy sources; requires certain monetary incentives for clean energy vehicles

Requires certain watercraft, aircrafts, and trains to use clean energy, including ensuring such vehicles are zero-emissions; requires NYSERDA to study zero-emission commercial vehicles, the use of renewable energy in publicly funded airports, and the use of sustainable aviation fuel; requires NYSERDA to administer a grant program to flying schools and clubs that install charging infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds via NYSERDA grants for clean energy infrastructure, directly funding environmental programs through government spending.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires zero-emission transportation mandates, funds clean energy studies, and administers grants for charging infrastructure - directly advancing renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates zero-emission requirements for transport, funds clean energy studies and infrastructure grants, directly advancing environmental protection and emissions reduction.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates zero-emission requirements for transportation modes (watercraft, aircraft, trains) and funds clean energy incentives, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Airports Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 15, 2026

A 962: Establishes a one hundred percent clean renewable energy system for electricity by two thousand thirty

Relates to establishing a one hundred percent clean renewable energy system for electricity by two thousand thirty-four; provides such energy system shall include solar, wind, geothermal and tidal sources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 100% renewable electricity by 2034 using specified clean sources (solar, wind, geothermal, tidal), directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and policy goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates 100% renewable energy by 2034 using solar/wind/geothermal/tidal, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions per environmental indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4053: Enacts the "electric super highway act"

Enacts the "electric super highway act", requiring alternative fuels to be available for public use along the New York state thruway after November 1, 2025 and providing each recommended alternative fuel at least every one hundred twenty miles on both sides of the thruway; defines "alternative fuel".

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates alternative fuel infrastructure (including electric charging) along highways, promoting renewable energy access and clean transportation infrastructure per bill title and requirements.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates alternative fuel infrastructure along highways, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing transportation emissions95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates alternative fuel infrastructure along NY state thruway, promoting EV adoption and sustainable transportation infrastructure as defined in bill summary.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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