Environment (Parks & Recreation)

in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 3098: Relates to potable water testing at state and local parks

This bill requires state and local parks to test their drinking water for lead contamination at least once every three years. If lead levels are found to be unsafe, park managers must provide free safe water to visitors, shut down affected outlets, post clear warnings, and share results online. The law also mandates that officials publish a biennial report on these findings and send copies to state leaders, while excluding New York City parks if they already have their own testing program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates abatement of lead contamination in park water, directly reducing water pollution per environmental protection standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Parks & Recreation

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 2438: Relates to potable water testing at state and local parks

This bill requires state and local parks to test their drinking water for lead contamination at least once every three years. If lead levels are found to be unsafe, park managers must provide free safe water, shut down affected outlets, post warnings, and share results online. The law also mandates that officials publish a biennial report on these findings and exempts New York City parks if they already have a testing program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires lead contamination abatement in park water, directly protecting environmental safety and public health through pollution control.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4714: Relates to the conveyance of certain real property for open space, parks, or historic preservation purposes

Exempts the conveyance of real property for open space, parks, or historic preservation purposes to any not-for-profit tax exempt corporation operated for conservation, environmental, parks or historic preservation purposes from the state real estate transfer tax and the additional tax on real estate transfers of residential real property where the consideration is one million dollars or more.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts specific property conveyances from real estate transfer taxes, providing tax relief for conservation/preservation nonprofits.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts tax on property conveyances for conservation/environmental purposes, directly supporting land preservation efforts95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5668: Allows industrial development agencies to make grants to municipalities for open space preservation, parkland improvements and conservation easements

Allows industrial development agencies to make grants to municipalities for open space preservation, parkland improvements and conservation easements where the municipal governing body finds that the grant encourages tourism or otherwise improves quality of life.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds conservation easements, open space preservation, and parkland improvements - directly advancing environmental protection and resource conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6071: Creates the "Pennies for Parks" program providing funds for capital expenditures at state parks and historic sites; imposes a fee on single use plastic carryout bags

Creates the "Pennies for Parks" program providing funds for capital expenditures at state parks and historic sites; imposes fee of five cents on single use carryout bags; establishes the pennies for parks fund to hold funds received from the fee on single use carryout bags.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 5¢ plastic bag fee to fund state park capital projects via dedicated 'Pennies for Parks' fund, creating new revenue stream for public infrastructure.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFee on single-use plastics reduces pollution; dedicated fund supports park conservation and historic site preservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1555: Prohibits the nonemergency application of pesticide or lawn care pesticide within any municipal park lands and lands under the jurisdiction of the state office of parks, recreation and historic preservation

Prohibits the nonemergency application of pesticide or lawn care pesticide within any municipal park lands and lands under the jurisdiction of the state office of parks, recreation and historic preservation; requires notice of pesticide application.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits nonemergency pesticide use in parks, reducing chemical pollution and protecting ecosystems per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 1059: Prohibits the aerial and ground application of malathion and certain pyrethroid-based insecticides

Prohibits the aerial and ground application of malathion and certain pyrethroid-based insecticides within one hundred feet of any school, day care center or park.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits pesticide use near schools/parks, reducing environmental pollution and protecting public health from chemical exposure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4055: Requires the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation to prohibit the use or sale of single use plastic straws and beverage stirrers in state parks

Requires the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation to prohibit the use or sale of single use plastic straws and beverage stirrers in state parks.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill bans single-use plastic straws/stirrers in state parks, directly reducing plastic pollution and aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7736: Requiring the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation establish design standards and manage applications for greenway trails

Requires the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation to establish design standards for greenway trails and to manage applications for greenway trails.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes design standards for greenway trails, promoting conservation of natural resources through trail development and management.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationGreenway trails are active transportation infrastructure requiring design standards, aligning with sustainable transportation promotion under topic indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 8399: Relates to the creation of an ATV recreation fund and the use of ATVs

This bill creates an ATV Recreation Fund managed by the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to support a statewide network of ATV trails. It requires ATV registration and insurance for use on public lands, with fees deposited into the fund. The fund allocates 45% of its money to motorized access programs for people with disabilities and 45% to enforcement and public education about ATV rules. It also establishes regulations to balance ATV recreation with environmental protection and safety on designated trails. The bill directly affects ATV users operating on public lands, trail managers, and people seeking accessible recreation opportunities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated ATV registration/insurance fund allocating 45% each to disability access programs and enforcement, directly funding specific public services through user fees.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly establishes regulations to balance ATV recreation with environmental protection, indicating protective intent through managed access and enforcement.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates ATV trail infrastructure fund with registration/insurance requirements, directly funding vehicle access infrastructure and regulating ATV use per transportation topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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