Energy

passed both · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 2657: Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and reduce noise pollution by promoting the adoption of quieter, zero-emission landscaping equipment; provides for rebates at the point of sale for applicants purchasing or leasing certain equipment; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission equipment adoption via rebates to reduce emissions and fossil fuel dependence, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes rebate program for electric landscaping equipment to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and cut noise pollution, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Climate Change Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8690: Relates to to the setback requirement in the Peconic and Gardiner's Bays for the Suffolk County Lease Program and Sugar Kelp production

Decreases the setback requirement in the Peconic and Gardiner's Bays for the Suffolk County Lease Program and Sugar Kelp production from 1,000 feet to 500 feet.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDecreases setback requirements for sugar kelp production, a renewable resource, facilitating expansion of marine-based renewable energy projects.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentDecreases buffer zone from 1,000 to 500 feet, weakening environmental protections for Peconic and Gardiner's Bays by reducing setback requirements.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7209: Requires signage on state highways designating where there are zero-emission charging and refueling stations nearby

Requires signage on state highways designating where there is a zero-emission charging and refueling station that is open and available to the public within three miles of an exit or off-ramp.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates signage for zero-emission charging/refueling stations, directly promoting EV infrastructure and renewable energy adoption by improving accessibility.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires signage for zero-emission charging/refueling stations, directly promoting clean transportation infrastructure and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires highway signage for zero-emission charging stations, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and accessibility for EVs within highway corridors.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4651: Establishes an economy-wide cap and invest program to support greenhouse gas emissions reductions in the state by setting a maximum allowable amount of emissions and regulating the sale or auction of allowances

Establishes an economy-wide cap and invest program to support greenhouse gas emissions reductions in the state by setting a maximum allowable amount of greenhouse gas emissions by covered entities and regulating the sale or auction of greenhouse gas emissions allowances to covered entities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes cap-and-trade program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, directly promoting clean energy transition and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes emissions cap and allowance system to directly reduce greenhouse gases, aligning with environmental protection goals through mandatory emissions limits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9187: Extends the date by which school districts must purchase and solely operate and maintain zero-emission school buses

Extends the date by which school districts must purchase and solely operate and maintain zero-emission school buses; authorizes certain school districts to apply for and be granted an annual one-year extension for compliance with zero-emission school bus requirements until 2045.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends deadline for zero-emission school buses, promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates zero-emission school buses with extended compliance deadline until 2045, directly reducing emissions and advancing environmental protection goals.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation by extending compliance deadlines for zero-emission school buses, advancing vehicle regulation standards in transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 4881: Requires contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to use apprenticeship agreements

Requires contractors and subcontractors performing construction work for covered renewable energy systems to use apprenticeship agreements; requires thermal energy networks to require contractors and subcontractors to use pre-apprenticeship direct entry providers registered with the department of labor.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires apprenticeship agreements for renewable energy construction workforce, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure development and workforce training.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4436: Provides an exemption for the sale of the first $35,000 of a battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle from state sales and compensating use taxes

Provides an exemption for the sale of the first $35,000 for a battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle from state sales and compensating use taxes; authorizes local governments to elect such incentives; repeals the hybrid exemption after ten years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts first $35k of EV sales from state taxes, providing direct tax relief to buyers per support indicator for middle-income tax relief.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts EVs from taxes to boost adoption, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy infrastructure transition.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax exemption for EVs promotes clean energy adoption and reduces emissions, directly advancing environmental protection goals.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax exemption for EVs to promote adoption, aligning with sustainable transportation incentives and reducing vehicle emissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7261: Exempts low-emission and energy efficient vehicles from retail sales and compensating use taxes

This bill exempts low-emission and energy-efficient vehicles from New York's sales and use taxes. Vehicles must meet EPA air pollution and greenhouse gas standards (either EPA-certified or scoring 9+ on both metrics per the EPA's Green Vehicle Guide), with the state maintaining a public list of qualifying models. The tax exemption is funded by proceeds from emissions allowance auctions, capped at $27 million annually. The provision expires December 31, 2028.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts qualifying vehicles from sales tax, providing tax relief funded by emissions auctions, aligning with tax relief indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts low-emission/energy-efficient vehicles from taxes to promote adoption, meeting EPA standards and funded by emissions auctions, directly advancing energy efficiency goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts low-emission vehicles meeting EPA standards from taxes to reduce emissions, funded by emissions auctions, directly promoting cleaner transportation and climate goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExempts low-emission vehicles from taxes to promote sustainable transportation, aligning with EPA standards and green vehicle policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Air Quality Climate Change Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 6353: Provides a green infrastructure tax abatement for certain properties in a city of one million or more

Provides a green infrastructure tax abatement for the construction of green infrastructure projects on certain properties in a city of one million or more.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesTax abatement reduces government tax revenue, weakening budget base for public services.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTax abatement for green infrastructure projects directly promotes renewable energy development and clean energy investment per bill language.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax abatement incentivizes green infrastructure projects, reducing urban pollution and enhancing environmental protection through sustainable construction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Recycling Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7567: Provides a reimbursement to small businesses and residential consumers of certain utilities for failure to provide contracted services; requires the Long Island power authority to do the same

Provides a reimbursement to small businesses and residential consumers of certain utilities for failure to provide contracted services; requires the Long Island power authority to do the same.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires reimbursement for utility service failures, protecting consumers. This aligns with the support indicator of protecting utility consumers.90% confidence

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