Energy

passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 2708: Relates to advanced transmission technologies

Directs electric corporations and combination electric and gas corporations to file a cost-effectiveness and timetable analysis as part of any base rate proceeding with the public service commission; directs NYSERDA to conduct a study on the effectiveness of advanced transmission technologies.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill advances grid enhancement technologies, enabling infrastructure modernization critical for renewable energy integration and efficiency, aligning with clean energy infrastructure investment indicators.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 14, 2026

S 2484: Directs the state energy planning board to conduct a study on time frames for preparing renewable energy facilities for clean energy storage and distribution

Directs the state energy planning board to conduct a study on time frames for replacing or upgrading battery energy storage systems at renewable energy facilities in preparation for clean energy storage and distribution across the state.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirects study on renewable energy storage upgrades, advancing clean energy infrastructure preparation and distribution readiness.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirects study on renewable energy storage infrastructure for clean energy distribution, advancing environmental protection through clean energy promotion and grid modernization.92% 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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passed both · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

A 4127: Authorizes and directs the department of public service to conduct a study on the deployment of energy interconnection processes into the electrical grid

Authorizes and directs the department of public service to conduct a study on the deployment of energy interconnection processes into the electrical grid to meet the state's renewable energy goals; directs the department of public service to submit a report on its findings one year after the effective date.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes study to deploy grid interconnection for renewable energy goals, advancing clean energy infrastructure integration to meet state targets.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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died · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 1343: Establishes the "clean fuel standard of 2026"

Establishes the "clean fuel standard of 2026"; provides such standard is intended to reduce greenhouse gas intensity from the on-road transportation sector, with further reductions to be implemented based upon advances in technology.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes clean fuel standard to reduce greenhouse gas intensity in transportation, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes clean fuel standard to reduce transportation GHG emissions, directly advancing climate goals per its summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes clean fuel standard targeting on-road transportation emissions reduction, directly advancing sustainable transportation policies per summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Energy

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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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