Energy

passed · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 1553: Provides that credits for excess electricity generated by customer-generators subject to net energy metering may be carried over and used to offset electricity used

Provides that credits for excess electricity generated by customer-generators subject to net energy metering by an electric corporation or the Long Island power authority may be carried over indefinitely and used against any charges imposed by an electric corporation or the Long Island power authority when the customer-generator uses more electricity than such customer generates; provides for the accounting of credits once every 5 years and the electric corporation or Long Island power authority shall reimburse the customer-generator for the accumulated credits.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enables indefinite credit carryover for renewable energy customer-generators, promoting net metering and reducing barriers to solar adoption by allowing credits to offset future electricity charges without expiration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4804: Requires the office of renewable energy siting to develop standards and conditions for the siting of certain large scale renewable energy systems

Requires the office of renewable energy siting to develop standards and conditions for the siting of certain large scale renewable energy systems; requires approval of municipalities to such siting plans.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates standards for renewable energy siting, advancing large-scale renewable development infrastructure without opposing language.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates standards for large-scale renewable energy siting, directly promoting clean energy deployment and climate action without weakening environmental protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1108: Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study on carbon recapture

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study and prepare a report on the benefits and implementation of carbon recapture.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirects feasibility study on carbon recapture, a clean energy technology, advancing potential implementation and emissions reduction efforts.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFeasibility study on carbon recapture promotes emission reduction technology, advancing environmental protection efforts through research and potential implementation.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1908: Relates to the availability and purchase of zero-emission school buses

This bill requires New York school districts to purchase or lease only zero-emission school buses (electric or hydrogen-powered, with no tailpipe emissions) when buying new buses starting July 1, 2027. It also mandates that any procurement for school transportation services or infrastructure components must prioritize U.S.-made parts and assembly, with limited waivers available for cost or feasibility concerns. School districts facing financial hardship may receive up to two years to comply after a cost-benefit analysis by the education commissioner. The law applies directly to all public school districts and their contractors, aiming for full transition to zero-emission buses by 2047 or when all state vehicle fleets meet the standard.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates zero-emission school buses, improving school transportation infrastructure per education topic's 'improves school infrastructure' indicator.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates zero-emission school buses (electric/hydrogen), reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy infrastructure in transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates zero-emission school buses (electric/hydrogen) to eliminate tailpipe emissions, directly reducing pollution and advancing clean energy adoption in transportation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates zero-emission school buses (electric/hydrogen) for new purchases, directly promoting sustainable transportation and reducing emissions in vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2472: Relates to prohibiting horizontal drilling and high-volume hydraulic fracturing

S 2472 prohibits all horizontal drilling and high-volume hydraulic fracturing (using 300,000+ gallons of water per well completion) and gelled propane hydraulic fracturing statewide. It directly affects oil and gas operators, banning these specific extraction methods regardless of well type. The bill defines "high-volume hydraulic fracturing" as using 300,000+ gallons of water (fresh or recycled) across all well stages, and explicitly prohibits both methods in the state. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBans fossil fuel extraction methods (fracking/horizontal drilling), restricting oil/gas production and opposing conventional energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans high-volume fracking (300k+ gal/well) and gelled propane methods, directly protecting water resources and reducing pollution risks from oil/gas extraction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1107: Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study on the use of small modular reactors

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study and prepare a report on the benefits and implementation of nuclear small modular reactors.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirects feasibility study on nuclear small modular reactors, promoting clean energy infrastructure research and development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1549: Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems

Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems to promote private sector investment for the purpose of meeting the target that by the year two thousand forty the statewide electrical demand system will be zero emissions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes program for zero-emission systems to meet 2040 target, promoting private investment in clean energy infrastructure95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program for zero emissions energy systems to meet 2040 target, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4158: Enacts the NY Home Energy Affordable Transition Act; and repeals certain provisions of the public service law relating to gas service and sale

Aligns utility regulation with state climate justice and emission reduction targets; provides for a statewide affordable gas transition plan and utility home energy affordable transition programs; repeals provisions relating to continuation of gas service; repeals provisions relating to the sale of indigenous natural gas for generation of electricity.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRepeals gas service/sale provisions, aligns with climate targets, establishes affordable transition programs to reduce fossil fuel dependence and advance clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAligns utility regulation with climate targets, phases out gas services via repeal of gas continuation provisions, promoting emission reductions95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Utility Regulation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2632: Enacts the "solar for schools act"; appropriation

Enacts the solar for schools act which provides grants for eligible school districts to purchase and install solar and geothermal power sources; defines terms; directs the New York state energy and research development authority to establish such grant program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds for solar grants to schools, directly funding public infrastructure through dedicated budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides grants for solar/geothermal installations in schools, directly funding renewable energy infrastructure and advancing clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProvides grants for solar/geothermal installations in schools, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing emissions through renewable energy infrastructure funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9138: Imposes an excise tax on energy used in digital asset mining using proof-of-work authentication methods

Imposes an excise tax on any taxpayer engaged in the trade or business of digital asset mining; provides that taxes, interest, and penalties collected or received from such taxes shall be used for prompt assistance to utility customers enrolled in energy affordability programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes excise tax on digital mining to fund energy affordability programs for low-income utility customers, directly allocating tax revenue to essential public service.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTax on crypto mining energy usage funds utility affordability programs, directly protecting energy consumers per topic indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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