Environment

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2412: Requires N.Y. city to collect discarded recyclable materials at city parks, playgrounds, historic sites and other facilities

Requires local solid waste management plans for cities over one million to include a plan for litter control including provision for placement of an adequate number of receptacles for trash and recyclables in commercial and business zones and in public recreational areas.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires recyclable collection in public spaces, promoting waste reduction and recycling, directly supporting environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 270: Provides an exemption from requirements for the alienation of parkland for certain renewable energy generating projects

Provides an exemption from requirements for the alienation of parkland for renewable energy generating projects with a generating capacity not exceeding two megawatts and which are located above real property currently used for vehicle parking.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts small renewable projects (<2MW) from parkland alienation rules, facilitating solar/wind development on parking areas. Directly advances renewable energy infrastructure deployment.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts small renewable energy projects (≤2MW) on existing parking areas, facilitating clean energy deployment without requiring parkland alienation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1438: Establishes the zero emission industrial trucks grant program

Establishes the zero-emission industrial trucks grant program to be administered by NYSERDA, to encourage the purchase and lease of zero-emission industrial trucks, class I to III.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission industrial trucks via NYSERDA grants, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds zero-emission industrial trucks via NYSERDA grants, directly reducing industrial emissions and promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds zero-emission industrial truck adoption, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure within vehicle regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 659: Relates to the general civil penalty of the environmental conservation law

Relates to the general civil penalty of the environmental conservation law; provides that in addition to the fines, such person may be enjoined from continuing such violation and any permit or certificate issued to such person may be revoked or suspended, or a pending renewal application may be denied.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentStrengthens environmental enforcement by adding injunctions and permit revocation for violations under conservation law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2025

S 4882: Increases the amount of geothermal energy systems tax credits

This bill increases tax credits for individuals installing geothermal energy systems. It allows a 25% credit on qualified expenses, raising the annual cap to $5,000 for systems installed before June 30, 2025, and $10,000 for systems installed on or after July 1, 2025. Additionally, it makes excess credits refundable for low-to-moderate income taxpayers or those in designated disadvantaged communities starting in 2026, treating unused credits as tax overpayments. The credit can also be carried forward for up to five years if it exceeds annual tax liability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credits for geothermal systems, making excess credits refundable for low-to-moderate income taxpayers and disadvantaged communities, providing targeted tax relief.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases tax credits for geothermal systems, promoting renewable energy adoption through financial incentives and refundability for low-income households.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes clean geothermal energy adoption via tax credits, reducing fossil fuel reliance and emissions per bill's incentives for renewable systems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6228: Authorizes and directs the commissioner of environmental conservation to conduct a study on food waste initiatives and to provide recommendations based on the study's findings

Authorizes and directs the commissioner of environmental conservation to conduct a study on food waste initiatives and to provide recommendations based on the study's findings.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes study on food waste initiatives, a key environmental conservation strategy to reduce landfill waste and emissions, directly advancing environmental protection goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2025

A 6466: Relates to reduction of air pollution from petroleum bulk storage facilities

Expands the options for shell color and roof color of petroleum bulk storage tanks to either white or beige/cream or which limits volatile emissions to the same or to a greater extent as a shell color and roof color of white or beige/cream as determined by the department of environmental conservation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates tank colors (white/beige) that limit volatile emissions to same/greater extent than current standards, directly reducing air pollution from petroleum facilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2583: Establishes a tax on noise from non-essential helicopter and seaplane flights in N.Y. city

This bill imposes a $100 per seat ticket or $400 per flight tax (whichever is greater) on non-essential helicopter and seaplane flights in New York City starting January 1, 2026. It directly affects operators of such flights that aren't for heavy-lift construction, public safety, emergency services, or public benefit purposes. Operators must file quarterly tax returns and pay the tax, but flights using "quiet aircraft" (electric models meeting specific noise standards) are exempt. The tax aims to reduce noise pollution from non-essential air travel in densely populated areas.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax targets noise pollution from flights, exempts quiet/electric aircraft, directly advancing pollution control under environmental protection.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4293: Authorizes and directs the commissioner of agriculture and markets to conduct a study on climate resilient crops and climate smart farming practices

Authorizes and directs the commissioner of agriculture and markets to conduct a study on climate resilient crops and climate smart farming practices; requires the commissioner to report to the governor and legislature within one year with recommendations for legislation and administrative programs.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates study on climate-resilient crops and smart farming to develop environmental protection policies through legislative recommendations, directly advancing climate adaptation efforts.95% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 18, 2026

A 5168: Relates to the availability and purchase of zero-emission school buses

This bill requires New York school districts to purchase or lease only zero-emission school buses (electric or hydrogen-powered with no tailpipe emissions) when buying new vehicles by July 2027. It also mandates that all components and final assembly of these buses and their charging infrastructure must be made in the U.S. unless a waiver is granted for cost or feasibility reasons. Districts facing financial hardship may receive up to two years to comply after a cost-benefit analysis, and the law includes protections preventing workforce displacement for transportation employees during the transition. The full transition to zero-emission school buses must be completed by July 2047, or when all state vehicle fleets meet this standard, whichever comes later.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates zero-emission school buses (electric/hydrogen), promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation infrastructure.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires zero-emission school buses by 2027, eliminating tailpipe emissions and promoting clean energy infrastructure95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates zero-emission school buses (electric/hydrogen) with US-made components, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and reducing emissions in vehicle operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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