Environment

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1433: Authorizes the county of Cattaraugus to discontinue as parklands and lease certain reforested lands in the town of Perrysburg

This bill (S 1433) allows Cattaraugus County to stop using specific reforested lands (about 64 acres in Perrysburg) as parklands and lease them for up to 30 years. The lease must support oil/gas exploration, watershed protection, timber production, and recreation, with revenues funding county park improvements or new park acquisitions. If the land is no longer used for these purposes, it reverts to the county. The bill also requires that any federal funding conditions for the land be met before leasing, and public access to facilities must remain available.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentAllows oil/gas exploration on reforested lands, prioritizing industry over environmental conservation and protection85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Parks & Recreation Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2720: Enacts the "solar for schools act"; appropriation

Enacts the solar for schools act which provides grants for eligible school districts to purchase and install solar and geothermal power sources; defines terms; directs the New York state energy and research development authority to establish such grant program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill makes specific appropriation for school solar grants, directly increasing public service funding through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for school solar installations, improving infrastructure and reducing operational costs for K-12 schools.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides grants for solar/geothermal installations in schools, directly funding renewable energy infrastructure and advancing clean energy adoption through state appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds solar/geothermal installations for schools, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing carbon footprint through direct environmental protection measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5628: Establishes an agrivoltaic production tax credit

Establishes an agrivoltaic production tax credit for farmers who manage a farm operation that is situated wholly or in part within one or more qualified agrivoltaic facilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit for farmers, providing direct tax relief under fiscal policy as a targeted tax incentive.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates tax credit for agrivoltaic facilities, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure and solar adoption through financial incentives.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAgrivoltaics integrate solar energy production with agriculture, promoting clean energy use on farmland. The tax credit incentivizes adoption of this sustainable practice, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1954: Prohibits the manufacture, distribution, sale and use of nail polish and nail hardener containing certain dibutyl phthalates (DBP), toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, or xylene

Prohibits the manufacture, distribution, sale and use of nail polish or nail hardener containing certain dibutyl phthalates (DBP), toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, and xylene; prohibits the use of such nail polish and nail hardener by appearance enhancement businesses.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans toxic chemicals (DBP, formaldehyde, etc.) in nail products, reducing environmental pollution from hazardous substances.85% confidence

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7532: Enacts the restriction of anticoagulant pesticide transactions for online and retail stores act

Enacts the restriction of anticoagulant pesticide transactions for online and retail stores act to prohibit any person from selling, offering for sale or use, or distributing within the state, any second-generation anticoagulant rodenticide; prohibits the use of either a first-generation anticoagulant rodenticide or a second-generation anticoagulant rodenticide within five hundred feet of a wildlife habitat area.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricts harmful pesticides near wildlife habitats, reducing ecological harm and strengthening conservation protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3342: Implements several programs to improve indoor air quality

Implements several programs to improve indoor air quality, including establishing photo-catalytic air scavenging technology certification centers and a weatherization and energy efficiency training program; establishes the office of workforce development and indoor air quality management training, minimum wage rates for indoor air quality workers, and the indoor air quality fund.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill includes 'weatherization and energy efficiency training program' and 'indoor air quality fund' directly promoting energy efficiency measures, aligning with support indicators for energy infrastructure.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates programs to improve indoor air quality through certification centers, training, and funding, directly reducing indoor pollutants and protecting public health within environmental protection framework.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum wage rates for indoor air quality workers and creates workforce development programs, directly advancing labor standards and worker compensation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Air Quality Minimum Wage Professional Licensing Workforce Development

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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 Jan 7, 2026

S 5441: Directs the department of environmental conservation to undertake a review of the regulations governing the permitting of landfills and transfer stations

Directs the department of environmental conservation to undertake a review of the regulations governing the permitting of landfills and transfer stations to ensure that such regulations integrate the latest scientific information.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs review of landfill regulations to integrate latest science, strengthening environmental oversight and regulatory standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2453: Relates to a sales tax exemption for zero-emission school buses

This bill exempts the sale of zero-emission school buses, along with necessary parts and equipment, from New York's sales and use taxes. It directly affects school districts and bus purchasers by reducing the upfront cost of transitioning to zero-emission fleets. The key provision adds a new tax exemption to the tax law, defining eligibility based on the Education Law's definition of zero-emission school buses. The exemption takes effect during the first quarterly sales tax period starting at least 30 days after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax exemption for school buses, providing sales tax relief to purchasers, aligning with tax relief indicator for Budget & Taxes90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts zero-emission school buses from sales tax, reducing costs for school districts and supporting school infrastructure/transportation funding. Directly aligns with education topic via Education Law definition and operational cost savings.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts zero-emission school buses from sales tax, reducing costs for clean energy fleet adoption and directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure transition.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill exempts zero-emission school buses from sales tax, reducing costs to accelerate fleet transition and directly reduce transportation emissions per environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable transportation by exempting zero-emission school buses from sales tax, reducing costs for transitioning to eco-friendly fleets per Education Law definitions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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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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