Environment (Drinking Water)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7366: Requires the public service commission and the department of environmental conservation to conduct audits of private water companies

Establishes the "small water utility transparency act"; requires the public service commission and the department of environmental conservation to conduct audits of certain private water companies; requires certain private water companies which are under certain investigations to file public updates on the status of compliance with such orders.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires audits of private water companies to ensure environmental compliance, strengthening oversight of water quality and pollution control under environmental conservation authority.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Drinking Water

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 19, 2026

A 8287: Relates to school potable water testing, and standards and requirements to install filtered water stations and faucets

Bill A 8287 requires all school districts and boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES) to conduct triennial testing for lead in potable water systems in their buildings. If lead contamination exceeds a specified action level, affected schools must implement a "filter-first drinking water management plan." This plan mandates the installation of filtered bottle-filling stations (one per 100 occupants) and filtered faucets in areas like kitchens, while rendering other unfiltered water outlets for human consumption inoperable. Schools must also provide safe, free drinking water until remediation is complete, notify parents of test results, and make all testing data and management plans publicly available.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires lead testing and filtration in school water systems, directly improving school infrastructure safety for students and staff, aligning with education infrastructure protection.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates lead testing and filtration in school water systems, directly reducing lead pollution (a form of water pollution control) aligning with environmental protection standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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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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signed · New York · Senate Jul 23, 2025

S 8241: Provides reimbursement for enhanced septic system projects

This bill creates a state fund to reimburse property owners and installers for enhanced septic system projects. It defines "enhanced" systems as those reducing nitrogen to 19 mg/l or significantly cutting phosphorus/PFAS pollution in wastewater. Reimbursement covers 75% of costs (up to $25,000 per property) for enhanced systems versus 50% (up to $10,000) for standard systems. The program applies only to projects with county participation agreements after the bill’s effective date. The bill was signed into law on July 23, 2025 (Chapter 188).

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds enhanced septic systems that reduce nitrogen (19 mg/l) and cut phosphorus/PFAS pollution, with higher reimbursement (75%) for these environmentally protective systems versus standard systems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 597: Requires the public service commission and the department of environmental conservation to conduct audits of private water companies

Establishes the "small water utility transparency act"; requires the public service commission and the department of environmental conservation to conduct audits of certain private water companies; requires certain private water companies which are under certain investigations to file public updates on the status of compliance with such orders.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates environmental department audits of water companies to ensure compliance with environmental orders, strengthening oversight of water resource protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Drinking Water

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 7594: Prohibits the sale of playground surfacing materials that contain PFAS, PAHs or more than ninety parts per million of lead; and provides penalties for violations

Prohibits the sale of playground surfacing materials that contain PFAS, PAHs or lead; prevents sellers of playground surfacing materials that contain PFAS, PAHs or lead from being held in violation when relying in good faith on a certificate of compliance provided by the manufacturer; provides penalties for violations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits toxic chemicals (PFAS, PAHs, lead) in playground materials, reducing environmental contamination and protecting public health through stricter product safety regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 24, 2026

A 5832: Enacts the "PFAS discharge disclosure act"

Enacts the "PFAS discharge disclosure act"; requires certain SPDES permit holders to conduct PFAS monitoring and disclose the results from such monitoring.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates PFAS monitoring/disclosure to control water pollution, directly advancing environmental protection by increasing transparency on toxic chemical discharges.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 13, 2025

A 8807: Provides reimbursement for enhanced septic system projects

This bill creates a state fund to reimburse property owners and septic system installers for "enhanced septic system projects" in New York. An enhanced system is defined as one that reduces nitrogen in wastewater to 19 mg/l or significantly lowers environmental/public health risks from pollutants like phosphorus or PFAS. Property owners can receive up to 75% of costs (capped at $25,000 per property) for these systems, compared to 50% (capped at $10,000) for standard systems. The program applies to projects with a county participation agreement signed on or after the bill's effective date.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds enhanced septic systems reducing nitrogen, phosphorus, and PFAS pollution, directly advancing environmental protection through pollution control and waste management improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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passed · New York · Assembly May 5, 2025

K 413: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as Drinking Water Week in the State of New York

Bill K 413 is an Assembly Resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as "Drinking Water Week" in the State of New York. This action aims to raise public awareness about the importance of drinking water quality and the efforts to protect water sources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill memorializes Drinking Water Week to raise awareness about protecting water sources and quality, aligning with environmental conservation efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 3581: Provides lead service line identification for certain water systems

This bill requires public water systems serving specific residential areas (like those with 15+ year-round residents or 25+ regular users) to identify lead service lines. It directly affects these water systems and property owners/tenants in those areas. Key provisions include: water systems must inspect properties for lead lines after obtaining consent, with non-owner occupants allowed to consent if owners don't respond within 30 days; inspections must occur within 60 days of consent. The bill focuses solely on identifying lead pipes - not replacing them - and clarifies that non-owner occupants aren't liable for consenting to inspections.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires lead service line identification to reduce water contamination, directly addressing pollution control in environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAddresses lead exposure risk in public water systems, a public health concern directly impacting community health outcomes under healthcare topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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