Energy

in committee · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 5652: Establishes the natural carbon sequestration research program

Establishes the natural carbon sequestration research program to develop innovative science-based solutions to facilitate sequestration of carbon in New York's natural and working lands; provides funding for such program.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds natural carbon sequestration research, advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing emissions through science-based solutions.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds research for carbon sequestration in natural lands, directly advancing climate change mitigation and environmental protection.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 17, 2026

S 7283: Allowing new buildings where new parking is provided to have an optional, charger-agnostic, power-based allocation method alternative to certain electric vehicle charging infrastructure requirements

Allows new buildings where new parking is provided to have an optional, charger-agnostic, power-based allocation method alternative to certain electric vehicle charging infrastructure requirements; requires the department of state division of building standards and codes to promulgate rules and regulations relating to such alternative.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides flexible EV infrastructure option, advancing renewable energy adoption in buildings by enabling charger-agnostic power allocation90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill modifies EV charging infrastructure requirements to allow flexible power-based allocation, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure adoption in new buildings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5663: Relates to establishing extended producer responsibility for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries

Relates to establishing extended producer responsibility for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries; provides that no later than June 30, 2026 a producer shall submit a plan for the establishment of a collection program for electric or hybrid vehicle batteries; establishes the electric and hybrid vehicle batteries extended producer responsibility fund.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes producer responsibility for EV batteries, enabling sustainable lifecycle management and supporting renewable energy infrastructure adoption through EV adoption.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires producers to manage battery waste via collection programs and fund, preventing pollution and promoting recycling of EV batteries.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8003: Relates to lease terms for zero-emission school buses

This bill extends the maximum lease term for zero-emission school buses from 5 to 12 years, allowing school districts to secure long-term agreements without annual voter approval for these specific vehicles. It directly affects school districts purchasing or leasing zero-emission buses by permitting longer contracts (up to 12 years) compared to standard school buses (max 5 years). The key change adjusts budgeting rules so districts using 12-year leases for zero-emission buses must calculate related costs over the full lease period for funding purposes. The bill does not alter lease terms for conventional buses or require new voter approvals for standard bus leases.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enables longer-term adoption of zero-emission school buses by extending lease terms, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends lease terms for zero-emission school buses, facilitating adoption to reduce transportation emissions and promote clean energy in public transit.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends lease terms for zero-emission school buses to 12 years, enabling long-term adoption of sustainable transit vehicles and reducing reliance on annual voter approvals, directly supporting sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 956: Authorizes counties to lease county land for natural gas exploration, development and production for 5 years or as long as gas is produced

Authorizes counties to lease county land for natural gas exploration, development and production for five years or as long as gas is produced in paying quantities.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly enables natural gas (fossil fuel) exploration, favoring fossil energy over renewables per topic indicators.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentEnables natural gas exploration without environmental safeguards, prioritizing industry over environmental protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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vetoed · New York · Senate Dec 5, 2025

S 2479: Requires the New York state energy research and development authority conduct a study on Brooklyn College constructing a micro-grid

Requires the New York state energy research and development authority conduct a study on Brooklyn College constructing a micro-grid to study the feasibility, efficiency, and energy saving costs if such a micro-grid was constructed on campus.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates study on micro-grid feasibility for campus energy efficiency, aligning with clean energy infrastructure research and efficiency promotion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2204: Requires the commissioner of education to create a competition among SUNY and CUNY schools with prizes going to the schools that produce the most cost-efficient method of reducing CO2 emissions

Relates to requiring the commissioner of education to create a competition among SUNY and CUNY schools with prizes going to the schools that produce the most cost-efficient method of reducing CO2 emissions; the top three schools shall receive a cash prize which shall be used to improve environmental programs at the university.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds environmental programs at SUNY/CUNY via competition prizes, advancing higher education initiatives and improving educational infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill incentivizes cost-efficient CO2 reduction methods through university competitions, directly advancing clean energy innovation and emissions reduction goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly funds competitions for cost-efficient CO2 emission reduction methods, directly advancing climate change mitigation through education institutions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5147: Establishes a green new deal for New York task force

Establishes a Green New Deal for New York task force; requires such task force to develop a detailed statewide, industrial, economic mobilization plan for the transition of the New York economy to become greenhouse gas emissions neutral by 2030 and to significantly draw down greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and oceans and to promote economic and environmental justice and equality.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates task force to develop plan for NY to achieve greenhouse gas neutrality by 2030, advancing renewable energy transition and emissions reduction goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates GHG neutrality by 2030, draws down atmospheric gases, and promotes environmental justice, directly advancing climate goals and emissions reduction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Environmental Justice

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5931: Postpones the implementation and enforcement of the advanced clean trucks regulations

S 5931 delays the enforcement of regulations requiring truck manufacturers to sell more zero-emission vehicles. It prevents the Department of Environmental Conservation from implementing rules that would have forced manufacturers to increase zero-emission truck sales before January 1, 2027. The bill directly affects medium- and heavy-duty truck manufacturers by extending the timeline for compliance. This policy change postpones the effective date of the advanced clean trucks rules without altering the 2027 deadline.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyDelays enforcement of zero-emission truck regulations, weakening clean energy standards for transportation.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentDelays enforcement of zero-emission truck regulations, weakening climate goals by extending compliance timeline for polluting vehicles95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill delays zero-emission truck regulations, weakening environmental standards in transportation policy by extending compliance timelines for manufacturers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Freight

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1127: Relates to increasing the standards of monthly need and home energy grant amounts for persons in receipt of public assistance

This bill increases financial assistance standards for New York residents receiving public assistance. Starting July 1, 2025, the monthly need standard for eligibility and maximum benefit amounts will double (e.g., from $158 to $316 for single-person households), with annual adjustments tied to federal cost-of-living changes. Home energy grants and supplemental home energy grants also double starting July 2025 (e.g., from $14.10 to $28.20 monthly for single-person households). These changes directly affect low-income individuals and families qualifying for state public assistance programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases state spending on public assistance and home energy grants by doubling benefits, directly funding essential programs for low-income residents.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDoubles home energy grants for public assistance recipients to reduce energy cost burdens, directly protecting utility consumers and advancing affordability.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill doubles home energy grants ($14.10→$28.20) for public assistance recipients, directly increasing financial support for housing affordability and energy costs.92% confidence

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