Environment

passed · New York · Assembly Mar 26, 2026

K 1101: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim 8:30pm-9:30pm on Saturday, March 28, 2026, as Earth Hour in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize Earth Hour on March 28, 2026, from 8:30pm to 9:30pm in New York State. The resolution encourages residents and businesses to turn off non-essential lights during that hour to raise awareness about climate change and environmental conservation. It does not create new laws or require any specific actions, but rather serves as a symbolic gesture to join global efforts for environmental protection. The measure is a commemorative resolution that directs the governor to acknowledge the event rather than impose any new regulations or obligations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes Earth Hour awareness to encourage environmental conservation and climate action through symbolic participation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 19, 2026

K 1072: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 21, 2026, as Forest Day in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize March 21, 2026, as Forest Day in the state. It directly affects the Governor's office and the Empire State Forest Products Association, which receives copies of the resolution. The measure is a ceremonial proclamation that aligns with the United Nations International Day of Forests to raise awareness about the importance of forests. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of forests' environmental and economic value.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes forest conservation awareness through ceremonial recognition, aligning with environmental protection goals and raising public consciousness about forest importance.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 9593: Enacts the stop highway community harm act

Prevents an increase in vehicular lane capacity of highways within two hundred feet of certain public housing facilities, in areas with high rates of asthma, and in environmental justice communities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill restricts highway expansion near high asthma and environmental justice communities, reducing potential pollution and protecting vulnerable populations from environmental harm.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects public housing facilities by restricting highway expansions near them, preventing environmental harm that disproportionately affects housing residents in environmental justice communities.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts highway lane capacity increases near public housing and environmental justice communities, limiting transportation infrastructure expansion.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Environmental Justice Roads & Highways

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 10, 2026

K 1033: Commemorating the 138th Anniversary of F. X. Matt Brewing Company of Utica, New York

This bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the 138th anniversary of F. X. Matt Brewing Company in Utica, New York. The resolution acknowledges the brewery's historical significance, its multi-generational family ownership, and its contributions to the local economy and community. It highlights the company's sustainability efforts, including its high recycling rate and use of waste-to-energy systems, and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the brewery. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official statement of appreciation from the legislative body.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill acknowledges brewery's sustainability efforts including high recycling rate and waste-to-energy systems, though primarily commemorative.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10593: Provides for a state workforce fuel reduction and conservation program which will develop and assist in implementing strategies to reduce fuel consumption

Provides for a state workforce fuel reduction and conservation program which will develop and assist in implementing strategies to reduce fuel consumption by the state's motor vehicle fleet and to reduce solo trips between work and home by state employees; requires reporting to the governor and legislature.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes fuel reduction and conservation for state vehicles, increasing energy efficiency and reducing fossil fuel consumption.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes fuel reduction and conservation program to decrease state fleet emissions and solo trips, directly supporting environmental protection goals.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes fuel reduction and conservation for state vehicles, aligning with sustainable transportation goals and reducing environmental impact.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9479: Relates to the definition of tidal wetlands

This bill amends the Environmental Conservation Law to include the marine and coastal district within the official definition of tidal wetlands. The change expands the legal scope to cover areas bordering or beneath tidal waters, such as banks, bogs, salt marshes, swamps, and meadows within that specific district. By updating the definition, the bill ensures these coastal areas are recognized under existing environmental protections. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands legal definition of tidal wetlands to include marine and coastal areas, strengthening environmental protections for coastal ecosystems under existing regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

A 10696: Prohibits the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in photovoltaic modules

Provides that on and after January 1, 2028, no person shall sell, offer for sale or manufacture in this state any photovoltaic modules containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances as intentionally added chemicals.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill restricts PFAS chemicals in solar panels, promoting cleaner renewable energy technology and protecting consumers from harmful substances in photovoltaic modules.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits PFAS in photovoltaic modules, reducing persistent pollutants and advancing environmental protection through cleaner solar technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9635: 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 ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits use of potentially contaminated drilling fluids on highways, reducing pollution risk and protecting water quality and soil from hazardous substances.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill prohibits hazardous drilling waste on highways, enhancing public safety and protecting transportation infrastructure from contamination.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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failed · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 10552: Establishes a municipal solar planning grant program

Establishes a municipal solar planning grant program for municipalities to receive grants for plans to develop solar energy systems on agricultural land and commercially-zoned properties in such municipalities; creates a database to track such solar energy system distribution.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes grants for solar energy planning on agricultural and commercial land, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes solar energy development on agricultural and commercial land, advancing clean energy adoption and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 10509: Establishes an energy project revolving loan program and fund

Establishes an energy project revolving loan program and energy project revolving loan fund to encourage the development of renewable energy generating projects by awarding financial assistance for certain zero-emission energy generation projects.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes revolving loan program and fund to encourage renewable energy project development through financial assistance for zero-emission energy generation projects.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes renewable energy loan program to fund zero-emission energy projects, directly advancing environmental protection and clean energy development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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