Energy

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9263: Requires utilities accept public assistance payments

This bill requires gas and electric utilities to accept payments from public assistance programs (like the Home Energy Assistance Program and emergency funding) as full payment for residential customers. Utilities must treat these payments as if paid directly by the customer, including restoring disconnected service or stopping collections. It directly affects low-income households using these assistance programs by preventing utility disconnections due to unpaid bills when aid is available. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects low-income utility consumers from disconnection by requiring acceptance of public assistance payments, aligning with consumer protection in energy services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents utility disconnections for low-income households using public assistance, directly supporting affordable housing stability and tenant protection.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 3, 2026

A 10134: Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to promptly publish applications for permits to site a major renewable energy facility or to site a major electric transmission facility

Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to promptly publish applications for permits to site a major renewable energy facility or to site a major electric transmission facility.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires prompt publication of renewable energy facility permit applications, facilitating project approvals and supporting renewable energy development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 8839: Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to The New York Climate Exchange Inc. for the construction of facilities on Governor's Island

This bill authorizes New York's Dormitory Authority to provide financing for The New York Climate Exchange Inc. to construct facilities. It amends the Public Authorities Law to explicitly allow the Dormitory Authority to fund this specific project. The law change directly enables the Climate Exchange Inc. to access state financing for its facility construction, without specifying loan terms or amounts. The bill is a straightforward financing authorization with no additional policy provisions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill authorizes state financing for The New York Climate Exchange, a climate-focused entity, directly supporting clean energy infrastructure development and climate policy alignment.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill authorizes state financing for The New York Climate Exchange Inc. facility, directly advancing climate-focused infrastructure without opposing language.90% confidence

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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

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 25, 2026

A 9524: Establishes an office of sustainability

Establishes a chief sustainability officer to coordinate efforts across state agencies and other state government entities to address climate change mitigation and climate sustainability efforts.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes sustainability office to coordinate climate mitigation, implying support for renewable energy and efficiency initiatives central to energy policy.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes chief sustainability officer to coordinate climate change mitigation and sustainability efforts across agencies, directly advancing environmental protection goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 9080: Enacts the "protect our most vulnerable act"

Enacts the "protect our most vulnerable act" under which utility companies and municipalities are prohibited from discontinuing electric, gas, and water services to elderly customers making good faith payments between five and fifteen percent of their monthly incomes.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects vulnerable consumers from utility disconnections, directly aligning with 'protects utility consumers' energy support indicator.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10075: Prohibits incentives for the siting or operation of commercial renewable energy systems in sensitive environmental areas

This bill (A 10075) prohibits state incentives - including financial assistance, tax exemptions, and zero-emission credits - for commercial renewable energy projects (like large solar farms) in specific sensitive environmental areas. It directly affects developers and farmers seeking state support for such projects on land within agricultural districts, critical environmental areas, grassland bird conservation centers, bird conservation areas, or wildlife management zones. Exceptions apply only to agrivoltaic systems (combining crops and solar) or renewable energy systems designed primarily for on-farm electricity use. The law amends multiple state laws to block these incentives while allowing limited on-farm renewable energy development.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits tax exemptions and financial incentives for renewable energy projects, restricting state fiscal support in targeted areas.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits state incentives for renewable projects in sensitive areas, restricting development and defunding clean energy initiatives as per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricts renewable incentives in sensitive environmental areas to protect conservation zones and prevent ecological disruption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Renewable Energy Solar Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 30, 2026

A 10082: Repeals the New York state climate leadership and community protection act; makes conforming technical amendments; repealer

This bill repeals New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), which established the state's primary climate goals including 100% clean electricity by 2040. It removes the legal framework for climate targets, renewable energy requirements, and related provisions for disadvantaged communities. The bill also makes technical updates to references in other laws that previously cited the repealed CLCPA. This action eliminates the state's binding climate policy without creating new requirements.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals CLCPA, removing binding 100% clean electricity by 2040 target and renewable energy requirements, directly weakening state clean energy standards.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals CLCPA, eliminating binding climate targets and renewable energy requirements, weakening environmental protections and deregulating climate policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Climate Change

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 8717: Provides that the New York state energy research and development authority shall provide information to residential and commercial consumers on renewable energy technology incentive and affordability programs

Provides that the New York state energy research and development authority shall provide information to residential and commercial consumers regarding renewable energy technology incentive and affordability programs through a variety of methods, including brochures, posters, social media, television ads, and public ambassadors.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates state authority to provide consumer information on renewable energy incentives, directly promoting adoption of clean energy programs and aligning with support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 16, 2026

S 8936: Requires electric utility corporations, energy services companies and municipalities to provide an itemized breakdown on all monthly bills

Requires electric utility corporations, energy services companies and municipalities to provide an itemized breakdown on all monthly bills detailing infrastructure costs, contributions to the New York Power Authority, and other public utility investments.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates transparent billing for utilities, protecting consumers by itemizing infrastructure costs and public investments, aligning with consumer protection in energy sector policy.80% confidence

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