Energy

passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 4571: Establishes a floating solar incentive and education program

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to establish a floating solar incentive and education program to provide information and resources including technical assistance, access to industry standards, and financing available through the authority or other public or private sector sources, to municipalities, developers, builders, design professionals, and potential owners for the construction of floating solar.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates incentive program for floating solar, a renewable energy technology, promoting clean energy infrastructure development and investment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 7898: Requires certain construction project contracts to include siting of renewable energy systems, qualified energy storage systems, or electric major utility transmission facilities

Requires certain construction project contracts with a value of greater than or equal to five million dollars to include siting of renewable energy systems, qualified energy storage systems, or major electric transmission facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates inclusion of solar/renewable facilities in large construction contracts, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure deployment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates renewable energy infrastructure inclusion in large construction projects, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 6882: Relates to carport-mounted solar energy system siting

Prohibits local governments from prohibiting the construction, installation, or operation of carport-mounted solar energy systems with a nameplate capacity of five megawatts or less, in any non-residential zoning district or mixed commercial and residential zoning district of any such city, town or village, provided however, if the zoning district is a certified agricultural district the agricultural impacts of the projects shall be minimized to the extent practicable.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProhibits local bans on small solar carports in commercial zones, enabling renewable energy deployment without restrictions.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits local bans on small solar carports, enabling clean energy adoption and reducing emissions per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate May 7, 2026

S 9478: Prohibits incentives for the siting or operation of commercial renewable energy systems in sensitive environmental areas

This bill prohibits government incentives for commercial renewable energy projects like solar farms in sensitive environmental areas and on active farmland, with specific exceptions for agrivoltaic systems that combine solar power with agriculture. It removes eligibility for financial assistance, zero emission credits, and tax exemptions for such projects located in critical environmental areas, bird conservation zones, grassland bird centers, and wildlife management areas. The legislation also formally defines agrivoltaics as solar systems that simultaneously produce energy and agricultural products without displacing farming activities, while excluding certain practices like sole reliance on pollinator habitats or sheep grazing. These changes directly affect developers proposing renewable energy projects and government agencies administering agricultural and environmental programs.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes financial assistance, zero emission credits, and tax exemptions for renewable energy projects, restricting government spending incentives and limiting fiscal support for clean energy initiatives.85% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill prohibits incentives for renewable energy systems in sensitive areas, restricting development and limiting financial support for clean energy projects.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts renewable energy projects in sensitive areas by removing financial incentives, which limits clean energy deployment and environmental protection efforts.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Energy

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failed · New York · Senate May 6, 2026

S 1167: Repeals the prohibition on fossil fuel equipment and building systems in new buildings; repealer

This bill repeals a future rule that would have prohibited fossil fuel equipment (like gas furnaces or water heaters) in new buildings starting in 2026. It removes the restriction from state law, meaning new buildings constructed after 2026 could still use fossil fuel-based systems without legal barriers. The repeal directly affects builders, developers, and property owners constructing new buildings in New York State. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals prohibition on fossil fuel equipment in new buildings, allowing continued use of gas systems and opposing clean energy transition standards.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals prohibition on fossil fuel equipment in new buildings, removing a 2026 restriction that would have reduced emissions. Allows continued use of gas systems, weakening environmental protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ 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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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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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2415: Prohibits publicly owned treatment works from accepting wastewater associated with the exploration, delineation, development, or production of natural gas

Prohibits publicly owned treatment works from accepting wastewater associated with the exploration, delineation, development, or production of natural gas from high-volume hydraulic fracturing; provides exceptions.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts natural gas production by banning wastewater acceptance from fracking, directly limiting fossil fuel extraction infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits wastewater from fracking (a major pollution source) from treatment plants, directly protecting water resources and preventing environmental contamination.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Energy

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signed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 1069: Prohibits the lease of state forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas and unique areas for the purpose of gas and oil production

S 1069 prohibits the leasing of state-owned forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas, and unique natural areas for gas and oil production. The bill amends environmental conservation law to specifically ban these leases, protecting these lands from energy extraction. It directly affects state land management decisions and energy companies seeking to drill on these protected properties. The law takes immediate effect upon enactment.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly prohibits leasing protected lands for gas/oil production, restricting fossil fuel extraction and protecting natural areas from energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans leasing state forests/wildlife areas for oil/gas, protecting natural habitats from extraction and strengthening conservation95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Energy

signed · New York · Assembly Jun 18, 2025

A 6317: Extends the moratorium on the issuance of environmental safety certificates for facilities and routes for the transportation of liquefied natural or petroleum gas

Extends the moratorium on the issuance of certificates of environmental safety for the siting of facilities and certification of routes for the transportation of liquefied natural or petroleum gas.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyExtends moratorium on LNG/petroleum gas infrastructure, restricting fossil fuel development within energy infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Energy