Energy

passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 6570: Enacts the accelerate solar for affordable power (ASAP) act

Enacts the accelerate solar for affordable power (ASAP) act to set a new target for distributed solar energy capacity and direct the public service commission to advance reforms to the utility interconnection process to ensure timely and cost-effective integration of new distributed energy resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill sets solar capacity targets and reforms interconnection processes to accelerate renewable energy integration, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure per its title and summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 5111: Enacts the "just energy transition act"

Enacts the "just energy transition act"; requires a study of competitive options to facilitate the phase-out, replacement and redevelopment of New York state's oldest and most-polluting fossil fueled generation facilities and their sites by the year 2030.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPhases out fossil fuel facilities by 2030 and studies redevelopment, reducing fossil fuel dependence per bill's explicit phase-out requirement.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPhases out polluting fossil fuel facilities by 2030, requiring study for cleaner energy transition. Directly reduces emissions and advances environmental protection.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4046: Prohibits fuel oil, grade number four in any building or facility in the state

This bill prohibits the use of grade 4 fuel oil (as defined by ASTM D396-15c) in all buildings and facilities across the state after July 1, 2030. It directly affects property owners, businesses, and institutions currently using this fuel type for heating or energy. The law implements a specific date-based ban, with an exception allowing municipalities to adopt stricter regulations. The policy change requires facilities to transition to alternative fuel sources or systems by the 2030 deadline.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBans fossil fuel (grade 4 oil) use by 2030, requiring transition to alternatives, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing clean energy transition.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans polluting grade 4 fuel oil by 2030, requiring cleaner alternatives to reduce emissions and protect environment, aligning with environmental protection indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 13, 2026

S 4534: Ensures proper administration and enforcement of the uniform fire prevention and building code and the state energy conservation construction code; and makes conforming technical changes

Ensures proper administration and enforcement of the uniform fire prevention and building code and the state energy conservation construction code; provides additional definitions; provides remedies for violations of the code; makes conforming technical changes.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enforces state energy conservation construction code, directly promoting energy efficiency through building standards without funding or infrastructure changes.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9438: Relates to price comparisons of prices charged by energy services companies

This bill requires energy services companies (ESCOs) to include clear, side-by-side price comparisons on customer bills. It mandates that each bill show the ESCO’s price for energy supply and delivery service compared to what the customer would pay if using their local utility or municipality, plus an itemized list of any extra energy products. Annual statements must also show whether the customer is saving money or paying more with the ESCO versus the local utility. These requirements apply to residential and small non-residential customers, and ESCOs must cover all compliance costs without passing them to customers.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates ESCO price transparency vs. utilities, enabling consumer cost comparisons and savings verification, aligning with consumer protection in energy services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

passed · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 9072: Establishes the climate corporate data accountability act

Establishes the climate corporate data accountability act requiring certain business entities within the state to annually disclose scope 1, scope 2 and scope 3 emissions; establishes the climate accountability and emissions disclosure fund.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires emissions disclosure for businesses, directly advancing climate goals that reduce fossil fuel dependence and support clean energy transition through transparency.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates corporate emissions disclosure (scopes 1-3) and creates a climate accountability fund, advancing transparency and regulatory oversight on climate impact.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 4852: Directs the state fire prevention and building code council to update the state fire prevention and building code and the state energy conservation construction code

Directs the state fire prevention and building code council to update the state fire prevention and building code and the state energy conservation construction code within 18 months of the publication of any updated or revised edition of the international and national codes relating thereto, so as to ensure that the state's codes reflect such revisions and updates.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyUpdates energy conservation construction code to align with newer standards, promoting efficiency gains in building infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirectly mandates updating energy conservation construction codes to reflect current standards, promoting resource efficiency and conservation per the bill's summary.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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died · New York · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 6286: Establishes the agrivoltaics viability pilot program within the farmland viability program

Establishes the agrivoltaics viability pilot program to provide grants to identify the best practices and strategies for agrivoltaics and dual-use solar energy projects that protect soil health during construction and decommissioning of solar arrays, utilize sustainable agricultural production practices, monitor any benefits solar energy may have on farms and to the state, track economic viability, study the commercialization of dual-use solar energy projects, and encourage equitable engagement of stakeholders.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates grants for dual-use solar projects (agrivoltaics), promoting renewable energy infrastructure and sustainable agricultural practices within energy policy.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes clean energy (solar) and sustainable agriculture via agrivoltaics grants, protecting soil health and monitoring environmental benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8421: Enacts the Customer Savings and Reliability Act; and repeals certain provisions of the public service law relating to gas service and sale

Enacts the "Customer Savings and Reliability Act" in relation to regional affordable gas transition plans to guide an orderly, affordable, and equitable right-sizing of the utility gas system in a manner that aligns with climate justice and emissions reduction provisions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill advances climate-aligned gas system transition with emissions reduction focus, promoting equitable energy system right-sizing per summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates emissions reduction via gas system transition, aligning with climate justice and emissions reduction provisions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7899: Provides that priority shall be given to certain sites when developing renewable energy generating projects

This bill defines "agrivoltaics" as projects that simultaneously use land for solar energy generation and agriculture (like growing crops under solar panels), with specific requirements to maintain farming activities. It requires state authorities to prioritize previously developed sites - such as brownfields, landfills, parking lots, and underutilized commercial properties - for new renewable energy projects. The law directly affects agricultural producers and renewable energy developers by creating a framework for dual-use solar-farming projects on suitable land. Key provisions include mandatory planning with farmers, decommissioning plans to protect farmland, and restrictions on using pollinator habitats or sheep grazing as the sole activity.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill prioritizes renewable energy projects on developed sites (brownfields, landfills) and defines agrivoltaics, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure development without restricting clean energy.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes renewable energy projects on previously developed sites (brownfields, landfills) via agrivoltaics, promoting clean energy expansion while maintaining agriculture and avoiding new land disturbance.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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