A 4374 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to prohibiting illegal dumping on public property

This bill prohibits illegal dumping of refuse, trash, or harmful substances on public property like streets, parks, and waterways. It imposes fines of $500 for a first offense (increasing to $1,000 for repeat offenses) and requires offenders to cover cleanup costs. The bill also creates a reward system where witnesses providing evidence (e.g., video or license plate photos) may receive a discretionary reward if their tip leads to a fine. The bill is currently referred to the Environmental Conservation committee and directly affects individuals who dump waste on public land.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Feb 4, 2025
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Clyde Vanel
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