Environment

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10003: Relates to permits and financial security for reclamation for mining on state-owned lands occurring below or beneath navigable waters; repealer

Relates to permits and financial security for reclamation for mining on state-owned lands occurring below or beneath navigable waters; requires such permits to be subject to environmental quality review procedures; requires financial security to cover any damages directly or indirectly resulting from mining activities on state-owned lands occurring below or beneath navigable waterways, including, but not limited to, those resulting from collapse or water contamination.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates environmental quality reviews and requires financial security for mining damages, including water contamination, thereby strengthening environmental protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11141: Enacts the renewable natural gas standard act

Enacts the "renewable natural gas standard act"; requires the public service commission to establish a program to require that gas corporations procure renewable natural gas from third-parties, including affiliates of the gas corporation, for distribution to natural gas customers.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates procurement of renewable natural gas, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates procurement of renewable natural gas, promoting clean energy and reducing fossil fuel emissions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Renewable Energy Utility Regulation

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 14, 2026

S 10071: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage whelk and conch

This bill extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to manage whelk and conch fisheries until December 31, 2029. It allows the department to set regulations such as size limits, catch limits, seasonal closures, and gear requirements for these species. The new rules must remain consistent with existing state laws and federal fishery management plans. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends regulatory authority to manage shellfish harvesting, strengthening conservation efforts and protecting natural resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11105: Relates to winter road maintenance data collection and monitoring

Establishes a standardized statewide system for collecting, recording, and monitoring winter road maintenance operational data in order to improve efficiency, enhance transparency, and support the protection of water resources in the state of New York; requires calibration of all deicing material application equipment used for winter highway maintenance on public roads.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to protect water resources and requires calibration of deicing equipment to reduce pollution.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a system to improve winter road maintenance efficiency and safety through data collection and equipment calibration.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 10830: Relates to the siting of new electric transmission facilities

Provides that in the siting of new electric transmission facilities, priority shall be given to major electric transmission facilities that are proposed to be sited in existing rights-of-way including those owned by an electric corporation or distribution utility, or by the state, including any subdivision thereof, or a state public authority, for state highway or transportation purposes, and railroad corridors.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill prioritizes existing corridors and shared infrastructure for transmission lines, reducing environmental impact and accelerating grid reliability.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes existing corridors and infrastructure to minimize new environmental impacts during transmission line siting.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Pipeline Infrastructure Transmission

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9698: Relates to the regulation of exhaust gas cleaning systems on vessels; and relates to the powers of the department of environmental conservation

Relates to the regulation of exhaust gas cleaning systems on vessels and provides enforcement mechanisms and remedies for violations; relates to the powers of the department of environmental conservation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill regulates vessel exhaust gas cleaning systems and strengthens DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION powers, directly advancing pollution control.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 21, 2026

A 10930: Prohibits the use of drilling fluids, brine and flowback water from gas or oil wells, pools, or fields on any highway

Prohibits the use of drilling fluids, brine and flowback water from gas or oil wells, pools, or fields on any highway for any purpose including but not limited to de-icing or dust suppression.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts the use of oil and gas drilling byproducts on highways, limiting operational flexibility for energy extraction activities.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibiting hazardous drilling fluids on highways prevents soil and water contamination, directly protecting the environment.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts the use of drilling fluids on highways for de-icing and dust suppression, limiting available resources for road maintenance and safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 9, 2026

S 9873: Requires SUNY and CUNY trustees refrain from investing in and subsequently divest from stocks, debt or other securities of certain publicly traded fossil fuel companies

Requires SUNY and CUNY trustees to refrain from investing in and subsequently divest from stocks, debt or other securities of certain publicly traded fossil fuel companies.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill mandates divestment from fossil fuel stocks, restricting capital access and limiting the energy sector's growth.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDivesting from fossil fuels reduces capital for high-carbon industries, directly advancing climate change mitigation and environmental protection.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 11029: Directs the commissioner to publicly publish an annual report on the environmental radiation surveillance program

Directs the commissioner to publicly publish an annual report on the environmental radiation surveillance program and analyze such report showing trends and cumulative impact, as well as notify other relevant agencies if contamination has exceeded EPA standards for maximum amounts of contamination allowed in drinking water or food.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates public reporting and analysis of environmental radiation surveillance to detect contamination exceeding EPA standards, strengthening environmental protection and transparency.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Environmental Justice

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 21, 2026

A 11120: Relates to certain reforms for ORES oversight of siting of major renewable energy facilities and major electric transmission facilities

Relates to transparency and other requirements for applications submitted to ORES for siting of major renewable energy and major electric transmission facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill reforms siting oversight for major renewable energy facilities, enhancing transparency and facilitating renewable energy development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill facilitates siting of renewable energy and transmission facilities, advancing clean energy and environmental protection goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Transmission

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