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.
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.
Directs the department of economic development, in conjunction with the empire state development corporation, to review all contracts entered into or overseen or enforced by the department of economic development and/or the empire state development corporation relating to the leasing of state-owned premises to private parties for the production, manufacture and/or development of solar shingle products, electric vehicle charging networks, advanced driver-assistance systems, and/or supercomputer hardware and to identify and eliminate fraud, abuse or waste by private parties.
This bill sets mandatory targets for transitioning medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets to zero-emission models in New York. It requires fleet operators (particularly large "high priority fleets" with $50M+ revenue or 50+ vehicles over 8,500 lbs GVWR) to gradually shift their fleets: 50% zero-emission by 2032, 80% by 2037, and 100% by 2042. Fleet operators must also submit detailed annual reports on their vehicle types, usage, and zero-emission progress to the state environmental department. The law directly affects commercial trucking, delivery, and logistics companies operating these vehicles in New York.
This bill exempts the sale of zero-emission school buses, along with necessary parts and equipment, from New York's sales and use taxes. It directly affects school districts and bus purchasers by reducing the upfront cost of transitioning to zero-emission fleets. The key provision adds a new tax exemption to the tax law, defining eligibility based on the Education Law's definition of zero-emission school buses. The exemption takes effect during the first quarterly sales tax period starting at least 30 days after the bill becomes law.
Authorizes school districts to submit an opt-out waiver to the commissioner of education authorizing such districts to opt-out of certain zero-emission school bus requirements.
Requires every school district to conduct a transition feasibility analysis within the next succeeding school year as of the effective date of this act, and every five years thereafter, to determine the feasibility of using zero-emission school buses on current routes.
Requires electric vehicle charging stations to be installed at gasoline stations when new gas dispensing motor fuel pumps are being installed at such gasoline station; prohibits building permits from being issued when there is not at least one electric vehicle charging station being installed at such gas station.
Directs the state energy conservation construction code to set standards for electric vehicle charging stations and electric vehicle ready parking spaces in certain new buildings.
This bill creates a "feebate" program for medium and heavy duty vehicles (over 10,000 lbs gross weight) registered in New York. Owners pay an efficiency fee for vehicles with low fuel economy (under 10 MPG/MPGe, ranging from $10,000 to $45,000) or receive a rebate for high-efficiency vehicles (10+ MPG/MPGe, ranging from $45,000 to $150,000). The program is designed to be revenue-neutral, with annual adjustments to fees and rebates based on market data, vehicle registration trends, and zero-emission vehicle availability. The commissioner must publish fee/rebate amounts online and require dealers to display them, while conducting a public awareness campaign.
