Energy

passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4535: Relates to conducting investigations into the administration and enforcement of the New York state uniform fire prevention and building code and the New York state energy conservation construction code

Relates to conducting investigations into the administration and enforcement of the New York state uniform fire prevention and building code and the New York state energy conservation construction code by counties.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates investigations into enforcement of energy conservation construction code, supporting implementation of energy efficiency standards in buildings.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5660: Establishes a carbon farming tax credit for farmers

Establishes the carbon farming certification committee for the purpose of developing a certification framework, determining qualified carbon removal practices eligible for the carbon farming tax credit, and promulgating certification standards for qualified carbon removal practices; provides for the development of educational materials to encourage carbon farming by promoting farming practices which reduce, sequester and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions on land used in support of a farm operation; establishes carbon farming tax credits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a carbon farming tax credit, providing direct tax relief to farmers and incentivizing climate-friendly practices through fiscal policy, aligning with tax relief and funding support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes carbon sequestration through tax credits for farming practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with climate mitigation goals and reducing fossil fuel dependence indirectly.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes tax credit for carbon farming practices that sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, directly advancing climate mitigation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Climate Change

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in committee · New York · Assembly Sep 8, 2025

A 3612: Grants an exemption for the purchase of certain tangible personal property and services used in the operation of recreational skiing facilities from state sales and compensating use tax

Grants an exemption for the purchase of energy efficient snow making equipment, ski lift equipment, snow grooming equipment, and the production of snow by a recreational ski facility from state sales and compensating use tax.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesGrants tax exemption for ski facilities, reducing state tax revenue and weakening fiscal base.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts energy-efficient snowmaking/ski equipment from sales tax, directly promoting energy efficiency in recreational facilities per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 864: Caps the amount of collectible rent increases due to major capital improvements at six percent of the legal regulated rent

S 864 caps annual rent increases for major building improvements at 6% of the legal regulated rent for all tenants in regulated housing. Landlords can still raise rents for essential upgrades like roof repairs, energy efficiency work, or structural fixes, but yearly increases cannot exceed 6% of the current rent. This replaces a previous 2% annual limit for certain older improvement approvals (approved between 2012-2019). The bill directly affects landlords seeking rent hikes for building improvements and their tenants in regulated housing units.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly permits rent increases for 'energy efficiency work' as an allowable upgrade, enabling landlords to invest in such improvements within the 6% cap.92% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill raises allowable rent increases from 2% to 6% for building improvements, weakening tenant protections against rent hikes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 13, 2025

A 4641: Relates to rechargeable battery recycling

Relates to rechargeable battery recycling; adds a battery used as the principal electric power source for an electric scooter or bicycle with electric assist to the definition of "rechargeable battery"; provides that a battery manufacturer may not sell, offer for sale, or distribute rechargeable batteries in the state unless the battery manufacturer is implementing or participating under an approved plan; allows a city with a population of one million or more to enforce through its own agencies.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates battery recycling for e-scooters/bikes, supporting clean energy infrastructure lifecycle and reducing waste from renewable tech adoption.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates battery manufacturers to implement recycling plans, reducing pollution from improper disposal and conserving resources. Directly advances environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1796: Requires that a certain amount of handicapped parking spaces at certain shopping centers or facilities are equipped with electric vehicle charging stations

Requires in every shopping center or facility that has over one hundred off street parking spaces that at least one percent of the spaces, or five such spaces, whichever is less, shall be a handicapped parking space equipped with an electric vehicle charging station.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates EV charging infrastructure in public parking, advancing clean energy adoption and EV infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates EV charging in accessible parking, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and electric vehicle adoption.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5035: Requires the Thruway Authority to provide at least twelve charging stations at each rest area and gas station complex

Requires the Thruway Authority to provide at least twelve charging stations at each rest area and gas station complex owned, leased or operated by the Thruway Authority.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates EV charging infrastructure, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through expanded clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3342: Implements several programs to improve indoor air quality

Implements several programs to improve indoor air quality, including establishing photo-catalytic air scavenging technology certification centers and a weatherization and energy efficiency training program; establishes the office of workforce development and indoor air quality management training, minimum wage rates for indoor air quality workers, and the indoor air quality fund.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill includes 'weatherization and energy efficiency training program' and 'indoor air quality fund' directly promoting energy efficiency measures, aligning with support indicators for energy infrastructure.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates programs to improve indoor air quality through certification centers, training, and funding, directly reducing indoor pollutants and protecting public health within environmental protection framework.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum wage rates for indoor air quality workers and creates workforce development programs, directly advancing labor standards and worker compensation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Air Quality Minimum Wage Professional Licensing Workforce Development

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 10, 2026

A 4282: 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 EnergyRequires emissions disclosure (scopes 1-3), promoting climate transparency and reducing fossil fuel reliance through corporate accountability.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates corporate emissions disclosure (scopes 1-3) and creates climate accountability fund, advancing environmental transparency and regulatory oversight.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8356: Expands the New York opportunity promise scholarship to include all SUNY and CUNY approved programs which award certain associate's degrees

This bill expands New York's Opportunity Promise Scholarship to cover all SUNY and CUNY associate's degree programs that lead to high-demand careers, directly affecting students enrolled in these specific programs. It specifies fields like nursing, cybersecurity, engineering, and green energy as eligible, with the list updated annually by the Department of Labor before each fall term. The change ensures students in approved associate's programs at SUNY/CUNY community colleges or campuses can access the scholarship without restrictions based on program type. The policy takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands state scholarship funding for associate's programs, increasing government spending on education without tax changes.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands scholarship coverage to all SUNY/CUNY associate's programs in high-demand fields (nursing, cybersecurity, etc.), increasing access to higher education for students.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly includes 'green energy' as an eligible field for scholarships, directly advancing renewable energy workforce development through education funding.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands scholarships for high-demand fields (nursing, cybersecurity, etc.) aligned with Department of Labor's annual updates, improving workforce readiness for labor market needs.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExplicitly lists cybersecurity as an eligible field for scholarship coverage, directly advancing technology education in a high-demand sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Renewable Energy Cybersecurity

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