Environment

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 28, 2026

S 9066: Relates to standards relating to hydrofluorocarbon substances

Relates to standards relating to hydrofluorocarbon substances; provides that any rules or regulations relating to hydrofluorocarbon substances established or implemented by the department of environmental conservation shall conform with, and shall not exceed, any applicable rules or regulations set forth in 40 C.F.R. Part 84, as in effect on October first, two thousand twenty-five.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents stricter state HFC regulations by capping at federal standards (40 C.F.R. Part 84), limiting environmental protections beyond federal baseline.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 9072: Establishes the climate corporate data accountability act

Establishes the climate corporate data accountability act requiring certain business entities within the state to annually disclose scope 1, scope 2 and scope 3 emissions; establishes the climate accountability and emissions disclosure fund.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires emissions disclosure for businesses, directly advancing climate goals that reduce fossil fuel dependence and support clean energy transition through transparency.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates corporate emissions disclosure (scopes 1-3) and creates a climate accountability fund, advancing transparency and regulatory oversight on climate impact.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 30, 2026

A 10082: Repeals the New York state climate leadership and community protection act; makes conforming technical amendments; repealer

This bill repeals New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), which established the state's primary climate goals including 100% clean electricity by 2040. It removes the legal framework for climate targets, renewable energy requirements, and related provisions for disadvantaged communities. The bill also makes technical updates to references in other laws that previously cited the repealed CLCPA. This action eliminates the state's binding climate policy without creating new requirements.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals CLCPA, removing binding 100% clean electricity by 2040 target and renewable energy requirements, directly weakening state clean energy standards.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals CLCPA, eliminating binding climate targets and renewable energy requirements, weakening environmental protections and deregulating climate policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Climate Change

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 10, 2026

A 9511: Relates to certain leases for the exploration, development, and production of gas or oil in state forests, reforestation areas and wildlife management areas

Provides that the assignment, transfer, or modification of leases for exploration, development, and production of gas or oil in state forests, reforestation areas and wildlife management areas shall not allow expansion or extension of such provisions.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts expansion of oil/gas leases in protected areas, directly limiting fossil fuel production infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricts expansion of oil/gas leases in state forests/wildlife areas, preventing habitat disruption and conserving protected natural resources.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Forestry Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 30, 2026

A 10068: Relates to school districts unable to meet standards for zero-emissions school buses, due to market availability or supporting infrastructure

Provides additional exemptions to school districts unable to meet standards for zero-emissions school buses, due to market availability or supporting infrastructure.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentProvides exemptions for school districts not meeting zero-emission bus standards, weakening environmental requirements to reduce emissions.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill provides exemptions for school districts not meeting zero-emission bus standards, weakening the requirement for sustainable transportation infrastructure adoption.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8693: Excludes certain amphibians and reptiles from the definition of small game; repealer

This bill amends New York's environmental conservation law to exclude bullfrogs from the definition of "small game" and update related regulations. It removes bullfrogs from lists of animals regulated under small game hunting rules (such as licensing requirements and permitted take methods) and clarifies that bullfrogs are no longer classified as "wild amphibians" under the law. The changes affect hunters, wildlife managers, and enforcement of fishing/hunting regulations by specifying that bullfrog harvesting follows separate department regulations rather than small game rules. The bill also repeals outdated references to other amphibians like native frogs and salamanders in the small game definition.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill removes bullfrogs from 'wild amphibians' classification under environmental conservation law, eliminating regulatory protections for hunting. This weakens species conservation oversight under environmental regulations.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9677: Relates to bioheating fuel requirements

Relates to bioheating fuel requirements; allows B100 or B99 biofuel and R100 or R99 renewable fuel to be used to blend with or replace fossil heating oil in order to create bioheating fuel.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEnables renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, directly reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnables renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy alternatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8694: Requires the metropolitan transportation authority to install solar canopies on its parking facilities

This bill requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to install solar canopies on its parking facilities. Specifically, the MTA must calculate suitable parking space for solar canopies within one year and achieve a goal of covering at least 75% of eligible parking space with solar canopies by 2040. New parking construction projects (including those using state funding) must include solar canopies unless the 75% target is already met. The law applies directly to MTA-owned or operated parking facilities used for public, employee, or pay-per-use purposes.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates solar canopy installations on MTA parking, promoting renewable energy infrastructure and aligning with clean energy goals per bill requirements.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires MTA to install solar canopies on parking facilities, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing carbon emissions from transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires MTA to install solar canopies on parking facilities, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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failed · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 8933: 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 EnergyBans PFAS in solar panels (photovoltaic modules), promoting safer renewable energy infrastructure by eliminating harmful chemicals in clean energy technology.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits PFAS (harmful 'forever chemicals') in solar panels, reducing environmental pollution and aligning with clean energy protection standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 20, 2026

S 8753: Relates to the mechanical insulation energy savings program

This bill amends New York's mechanical insulation energy savings program to clarify eligibility and funding details. It directly affects school districts (and potentially public housing/hospitals) with buildings over 20,000 square feet needing insulation upgrades. Key provisions include requiring free "qualified audits" by approved contractors to identify insulation needs and costs, then providing competitive grants covering 50% to 75% of approved insulation installation expenses. The program mandates the authority to establish rules within one year and prioritize applicants who complete these audits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides state grants covering 50-75% of insulation costs for public buildings, directly funding energy efficiency upgrades through budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for insulation upgrades in school buildings, improving school infrastructure per bill's focus on school district eligibility and infrastructure funding.80% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds insulation upgrades for energy efficiency in public buildings (schools/hospitals), reducing consumption through competitive grants covering 50-75% of costs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds insulation upgrades for energy efficiency in public buildings, reducing energy consumption and emissions per program's grant structure for 50-75% cost coverage.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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