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K 1490 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Recognizing May 29, 2026, as Learn About Composting Day

This bill designates May 29, 2026, as "Learn About Composting Day" to raise public awareness about the benefits of composting food waste. The resolution highlights that composting can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil health, and help mitigate climate change impacts. It does not create new laws or require any specific actions from citizens or businesses. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage sustainable waste management practices in New York State.
Issues: ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes composting to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve soil health, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Assembly Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 28, 2026 Last action May 28, 2026
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This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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May 28, 2026
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Dana Levenberg
DDemocratic/Working Families
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