Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to establish a ride clean rebate program for electric assist bicycles and electric scooters; defines terms; provides a fifty percent rebate for eligible purchases.
Requires distribution centers which are 50,000 sq. ft. or more to be equipped with electric vehicle charging stations as determined by the secretary of state and NYSERDA.
This bill requires New York State to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at state-owned parking facilities with 50+ spaces. Facilities with 50-200 spaces must provide charging for at least 10% of spaces (or equivalent electrical capacity), while larger facilities (over 200 spaces) must provide for 20%. All stations must meet minimum electrical specs (40 amps, 208 volts) and comply with local electrical codes. The Office of General Services will handle installation, maintenance, and necessary electrical upgrades, with contracted work requiring prevailing wages. The law takes effect April 1st after enactment.
Prohibits the establishment or enforcement of regulations on the percentage of zero-emission vehicles in manufacturers' sales fleets of medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles until the availability of charging infrastructure, and the cost and availability of zero-emission medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles makes the sale of such vehicles more practicable.
This bill requires New York school districts to purchase or lease only zero-emission school buses (electric or hydrogen-powered, with no tailpipe emissions) when buying new buses starting July 1, 2027. It also mandates that any procurement for school transportation services or infrastructure components must prioritize U.S.-made parts and assembly, with limited waivers available for cost or feasibility concerns. School districts facing financial hardship may receive up to two years to comply after a cost-benefit analysis by the education commissioner. The law applies directly to all public school districts and their contractors, aiming for full transition to zero-emission buses by 2047 or when all state vehicle fleets meet the standard.
Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems to promote private sector investment for the purpose of meeting the target that by the year two thousand forty the statewide electrical demand system will be zero emissions.
S 5408 authorizes NYSERDA to distribute $500 million for zero-emission school buses and supporting infrastructure, requiring contractors (like dealers, manufacturers, and retrofit companies) to submit a "New York jobs plan" detailing job creation, wages, benefits, and environmental commitments. The jobs plan must include specifics on hiring displaced workers, creating jobs in disadvantaged communities, using recycled materials, and responsibly sourcing minerals like lithium and cobalt. Incentive amounts for bus purchases or conversions are determined by the jobs plan, with higher payments for meeting goals related to job quality and community benefits. This directly affects school districts purchasing buses, contractors, and their suppliers.
Bill A 8035 authorizes additional building aid for school districts to help cover specific infrastructure costs associated with zero-emission school buses. This aid addresses "incremental zero-emission school bus storage costs," which include modifications to bus facilities, specialized equipment, and advanced fire suppression systems. It also covers "incremental customer-owned make-ready costs" for infrastructure needed to install electric vehicle chargers. The aid applies to approved expenditures incurred through the 2034-2035 school year, provided these costs are not reimbursed by other state, federal, or utility funding sources. This measure aims to assist school districts with the necessary infrastructure investments for transitioning to zero-emission school bus fleets.
Requires the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel in state diesel operated vehicles; defines biodiesel as renewable, biodegradable, mono alkyl ester combustible liquid fuel derived from agricultural plant oils, animal fats or waste oils and greases.
This bill creates a pilot program to help school districts transition to electric school buses by funding essential charging infrastructure. It allocates $20 million from the state general fund and $20 million from New York's clean energy fund (NYSERDA) to provide competitive annual grants for two school districts per economic development region. Grants cover planning and building clean energy micro-grids, including engineering and land use studies, to support reliable charging systems. The program will run from April 2026 through April 2031, with rules to be established by June 2026.
