Energy (Electric Vehicles)

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 5, 2025

A 4200: Relates to standards for electric vehicle charging stations and electric vehicle ready parking spaces in certain new buildings

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.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires EV charging standards in new buildings, promoting electric vehicle adoption and clean energy infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates EV charging standards in new buildings, promoting electric vehicle adoption and reducing transportation emissions per energy conservation code requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Efficiency Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5880: Requires libraries have charging stations for plug-in electric vehicles

This bill requires public libraries to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in at least 5% of their parking spaces. It mandates that each station must support a minimum of 40 amperes and 208 volts, complying with all local electrical codes. The law applies specifically to parking facilities owned and operated by public libraries, not other government buildings. The requirement takes effect three years after the bill becomes law, with immediate rulemaking allowed to implement it.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates EV charging infrastructure in public libraries, directly supporting clean energy transportation infrastructure and promoting electric vehicle adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EV charging infrastructure in public libraries to promote clean energy adoption and reduce transportation emissions, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates EV charging infrastructure in public libraries, promoting sustainable transportation adoption through accessible charging points in public spaces.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1798: Relates to establishing a tax credit for electric vehicle charging stations task force

Establishes a tax credit for electric vehicle charging stations task force to recommend a program for a tax credit for commercial property owners who install electric vehicle charging stations on such property.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax credit for commercial EV charging stations, providing tax relief to property owners. Directly advances tax policy through incentive program.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates task force to recommend tax credits for EV charging stations, directly promoting clean energy infrastructure adoption and electric vehicle infrastructure expansion.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes EV infrastructure via tax credits, supporting clean energy adoption and reduced emissions from transportation.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates tax credit task force for EV charging stations, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure funding and adoption.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 8547: Relates to the electric school bus mandate; prohibits a mandate requiring school districts to purchase, operate or maintain any certain type of school buses; repeals certain provisions relating to electric buses

Removes references to the electric school bus mandate; provides that there shall be no mandate requiring school districts to purchase, operate or maintain any certain type of school buses and that the superintendent of each school district shall have the sole authority to determine the types of school buses such school district will purchase, operate and maintain; repeals certain provisions of law relating to electric school buses.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals electric bus mandate, removing requirement to adopt renewable energy school buses, weakening clean energy adoption in transportation infrastructure.92% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals electric bus mandate, removing requirement for cleaner transportation, weakening climate-friendly school bus adoption85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals electric bus mandate, removing requirement for school districts to adopt electric buses, opposing sustainable transportation policy implementation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6369: Establishes the marine electric propulsion health and environmental impact program

Establishes the marine electric propulsion health and environmental impact program to provide education, advocacy and increased awareness of the environmental and health impacts of marine electric propulsion systems.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes marine electric propulsion awareness, a clean energy technology, aligning with renewable energy advocacy and environmental protection goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program to educate on environmental benefits of marine electric propulsion, a clean technology, promoting pollution reduction and environmental protection through awareness and advocacy.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable marine transportation by establishing education on electric propulsion systems' environmental benefits, aligning with sustainable transportation indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6115: Exempts from sales and use tax zero-emission school buses

This bill removes sales and use tax on zero-emission school buses and all parts or equipment needed to operate them. It directly affects school districts purchasing these buses by lowering their upfront costs. The tax exemption covers the buses themselves and any required components, such as charging systems or maintenance parts. This policy change makes zero-emission school buses more affordable for public school systems.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts school buses from sales tax, providing direct tax relief to school districts purchasing zero-emission vehicles, aligning with tax relief indicators for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts zero-emission school buses from sales tax, reducing upfront costs for school districts to adopt cleaner transportation infrastructure, directly supporting school operational improvements.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts zero-emission school buses from sales tax, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts zero-emission school buses from taxes, reducing costs to promote cleaner transportation and lower emissions, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExempts zero-emission school buses from taxes, lowering costs to promote sustainable transportation adoption by school districts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3803: Provides a tax credit for the purchase or conversion of an electric vessel or zero emission vessel and provides a tax credit for electric vessel recharging property

Provides a tax credit for the purchase or conversion of an electric vessel or zero emission vessel; provides a tax credit for electric vessel recharging property.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for electric vessel purchases and recharging infrastructure, reducing tax burden through fiscal incentives per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credits for electric/zero-emission vessels and recharging infrastructure, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax credits for electric/zero-emission vessels directly reduce emissions and promote clean maritime transport, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProvides tax credits for electric vessels and recharging infrastructure, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure innovation within the transportation topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6304: Relates to requiring all new residential and commercial construction that has dedicated off-street parking to implement electric vehicle supply equipment infrastructure

Requires all new residential and commercial construction that has dedicated off-street parking to implement electric vehicle supply equipment infrastructure in conformance with the requirements of the current edition of the national electrical code.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates EV charging infrastructure in new construction, advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence for transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EV charging infrastructure in new construction, promoting clean transportation and reducing emissions through infrastructure requirements.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates EV infrastructure in new construction, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and aligning with clean energy goals for vehicle electrification.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 5942: Creates an electric school bus infrastructure investment pilot program

S 5942 establishes a 5-year pilot program to support electric school bus infrastructure. It awards competitive grants to two school districts per economic development region annually, covering costs for planning and building clean energy micro-grids (charging infrastructure) needed for electric buses. The state appropriates $20 million from general funds and NYERDA contributes $20 million from clean energy ratepayer funds to cover these expenses. The program expires April 1, 2030, and aims to reduce long-term operating costs while advancing state clean energy goals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $20M general funds + $20M ratepayer funds for electric school bus infrastructure pilot, funding public infrastructure expansion.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds electric school bus infrastructure for K-12 schools through competitive grants and dedicated appropriations, improving school transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds electric bus infrastructure with clean energy micro-grids, investing $40M in renewable energy infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds electric bus infrastructure via clean energy micro-grids, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy adoption per bill's appropriation and purpose.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds electric school bus infrastructure via $40M grants for charging stations, promoting sustainable transit and supporting transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Utility Regulation Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1073: Relates to regulations on the percentage of zero-emission vehicles in manufacturers' sales fleets of medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles

Prohibits the establishment or enforcement of regulations on the percentage of zero-emission vehicles in manufacturers' sales fleets of medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles until the availability of charging infrastructure, and the cost and availability of zero-emission medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles makes the sale of such vehicles more practicable.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits regulations requiring zero-emission vehicle sales until infrastructure/cost barriers are resolved, delaying clean energy adoption in transportation.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prohibits regulations requiring zero-emission vehicle sales until infrastructure/cost barriers are resolved, delaying environmental progress and weakening emissions standards.92% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationProhibits regulations requiring zero-emission vehicle sales until infrastructure/cost barriers are resolved, delaying sustainable transportation mandates.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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