New York Bills

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 9047: Prohibits the use of unencapsulated foam flotation in docks, buoys and floating structures

This bill prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution of polystyrene foam docks, buoys, and floating structures in the state starting January 1, 2027. It directly affects businesses that manufacture, sell, or distribute these products, including manufacturers of foam docks and retailers. The law bans items made with expanded polystyrene foam, extruded polystyrene foam, or rigid polystyrene, covering structures like boat docks, navigation markers, and recreational platforms. The prohibition applies to all sales and distribution within the state, with no exceptions specified. The bill defines key terms like "dock" and "floating structure" to clarify its scope.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 4105: Relates to establishing minimum standards for payment plans for eligible customers

Relates to establishing minimum standards for payment plans for eligible customers; requires the public service commission to set standards for payment plans for certain customers including reasonableness of agreements and timelines for payment; establishes eligibility.

passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 6263: Requires out-of-state affordable housing owners to maintain an escrow account for affordable housing rental units located in New York state

Requires out-of-state affordable housing owners to maintain an escrow account for the purpose of financing utility costs, property tax obligations, fire services, and regular maintenance costs for affordable housing rental units located in New York state.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 14: Dedicates portion of the state highway system to Detective Brian C. Mulkeen

This bill (S 14) dedicates a specific bridge on State Route 6 crossing State Route 32 in Woodbury, Orange County, to Detective Brian C. Mulkeen. It requires the installation of ceremonial signage stating "Highway Dedicated to Detective Brian C Mulkeen" on the bridge. The bill explicitly states this dedication is purely ceremonial and does not change the official name of the bridge or affect highway operations. The legislation passed the Senate and is now in the Assembly for further consideration.

passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 6985: Provides for requirements for the rental of helmets

Prohibits any person, corporation, association or partnership who rents helmets or provides helmets to customers as part of their business from renting or providing a helmet that has sustained an impact.

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 7327: Grants peace officer status to certain security officers employed by Highland Hospital

Grants peace officer status to certain security officers employed by Highland Hospital; provides such peace officers are not authorized to carry, possess, repair or dispose of a firearm.

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 8939: Relates to penalties for a lodging facility that fails to comply with certain requirements for providing information concerning services for human trafficking victims

Provides that a lodging facility that fails to comply with certain requirements for providing information concerning services for human trafficking victims shall be liable for a civil penalty of five hundred dollars for a first offense and one thousand dollars for each subsequent offense; provides for concurrent enforcement by the director or commissioner of a municipal consumer affairs office or by the town attorney, city corporation counsel, or other lawful designee of a municipality.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 3207: Establishes maximum contaminant levels and a hazard index in drinking water for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

Establishes maximum contaminant levels in drinking water for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); sets such levels at no higher than 4 parts per trillion (ppt) for perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and no higher than 10 parts per trillion (ppt) for perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA), perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS), and hexafluoropropylene oxide dimer acid (HFPO-DA).

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 8375: Establishes a co-shelter toolkit

Establishes a co-shelter toolkit of best practices, resources, case studies and other information deemed helpful to inform and encourage the implementation and sustenance of co-shelter models for victims of domestic violence and people experiencing homelessness with companion animals; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 8252: Relates to pet breeders; repealer

This bill clarifies definitions in pet business regulations to better distinguish between commercial breeders and animal adoption organizations. It redefines "pet dealer" to exclude municipal shelters, registered humane societies, public animal authorities, and retail pet shops that primarily facilitate adoptions. Key provisions prohibit retail pet shops and brokers from selling dogs, cats, or rabbits directly but allow them to host adoption events with approved rescue groups meeting specific tax and operational criteria. The changes directly affect animal shelters, rescue organizations, and retail pet stores by clarifying their regulatory status under existing law.

died · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 4466: Relates to protecting the display of religious items on dwellings

Prohibits a property owner from enforcing or adopting a restriction that prohibits one or more religious items from being displayed or affixed on any entry door or entry doorframe of a dwelling.

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 7332: Includes doula awareness in the department of health's education and outreach program

This bill requires New York's Department of Health to create an ongoing public awareness program about doulas - trained professionals who provide emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy and birth. The program must produce and distribute educational materials highlighting doula benefits, including how they help reduce pregnancy-related mortality, with specific focus on higher risks for Black pregnant individuals. The department must publish this information online, update materials based on mortality data reviews, and report every three years on implementation. It directly affects pregnant people (especially Black individuals at higher risk), healthcare providers who receive the materials, and the Department of Health as the program administrator.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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