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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 11560: Enacts the responsible data center development act

Places a one year moratorium on the issuance of data center permits; requires utilities to establish an independent classification of service for large data centers; sets energy efficiency goals for data centers; provides for benefits for host communities; sets labor standards for the construction of data centers.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill imposes a moratorium on data center permits and sets efficiency goals, restricting energy infrastructure development.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly sets labor standards for data center construction, directly strengthening worker protections.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes responsible data center development through energy efficiency, labor standards, and community benefits.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ 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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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 980: Requires public hearings on increases in utility charges

Senate Bill S 980 requires the Public Service Commission to hold public hearings before implementing any increases in utility rates, fees, or charges. These hearings must occur at least 90 days before a decision is made and within the area where the increase is proposed. The bill ensures that utility customers can provide public comments and ask questions of both the commission and the utility regarding the proposed changes. This aims to increase transparency and public engagement in decisions affecting utility costs.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates public hearings for utility rate changes, protecting consumers from sudden increases and promoting transparency in energy cost decisions.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ 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