Energy

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10406: Relates to small business energy assistance and advocacy services

Relates to small business energy assistance and advocacy services; establishes the small business energy assistance and advocacy services program within the division for small-business; authorizes the division for small-business to initiate complaints to the public service commission regarding gas and electricity and steam heat.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes assistance and advocacy services for small businesses regarding energy utilities, protecting consumers and improving access to energy services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 10447: Relates to requiring applications for retail gas station building permits to include electric vehicle charging stations

Requires applications for retail gas station building permits to include one electric vehicle charging station using direct current fast chargers at such gasoline station per four gas dispensing pumps.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates EV charging stations at gas stations, promoting electric vehicle adoption and clean energy infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 20, 2026

A 10672: Prohibits public utilities from passing along the cost of site investigation and remediation efforts on to rate payers

Prohibits public utilities from passing along the cost of site investigation and remediation efforts on to rate payers; requires each public utility with more than seventy-five thousand customers to submit to the public service commission an annual report containing a description of any expenses that may not be included or incorporated in the public utility's operating expenses.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects utility consumers by preventing them from bearing costs of site investigation and remediation, aligning with consumer protection indicators for energy policy support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10578: Creates a small business grid renewable energy tax credit

Creates a small business grid renewable energy tax credit; provides the term "business related renewable energy usage" shall refer to renewable power usage used to further the economic activity of the taxpayer at the primary business location that is clearly delimited from any shared renewable energy power usage cost.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit for small businesses, providing fiscal relief and promoting economic activity through renewable energy incentives.75% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates tax credit for small business renewable energy usage, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates tax credit for renewable energy usage by small businesses, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Renewable Energy Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10604: Relates to enacting the "NYCHA HVAC repair act"

Relates to enacting the "NYCHA HVAC repair act"; provides for the heating and cooling of properties including dwelling units owned by the New York city housing authority through the installation of geothermal or air source heat pumps and for the replacement of lighting on New York city housing authority property with LED bulbs.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes energy efficiency through geothermal/air source heat pumps and LED lighting, advancing renewable energy and reducing fossil fuel dependence.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates HVAC repairs and LED lighting upgrades in NYCHA properties, improving living conditions and energy efficiency for affordable housing residents.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10519: Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish and/or amend rules and regulations pertaining to standards related to siting major renewable energy facilities

Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish and/or amend rules and regulations pertaining to standards related to the siting, design, construction and operation of major renewable energy facilities; requires such rules and regulations to include information relating to farmland protection and application procedures; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes rules for siting major renewable energy facilities, advancing renewable energy infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes regulations for renewable energy facility siting, which promotes clean energy and environmental protection through structured standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10584: Provides a tax exemption from sales and compensating use taxes on alternative energy systems

Provides a tax exemption from sales and compensating use taxes on alternative energy systems including alternative energy systems, new Energy Star appliances and tangible personal property used in or on habitable residential and non-residential structures to improve energy efficiency; defines relevant terms; authorizes municipalities to adopt the exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemptions for alternative energy systems and energy-efficient appliances, promoting fiscal responsibility and reducing tax burdens for consumers.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax exemptions for alternative energy systems and energy efficiency improvements, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing energy costs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax exemptions for alternative energy systems and energy-efficient appliances, promoting clean energy adoption and environmental protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Energy Efficiency

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10377: Requires renewable energy data resources provided by NYSERDA to include mapping of certain capital projects with a value of greater than one million dollars

Requires renewable energy data resources provided by NYSERDA to include mapping of certain capital projects with a value of greater than one million dollars for purposes of providing public information on the viability of siting of solar energy arrays, major renewable energy facilities, or major electric transmission facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires mapping of renewable energy capital projects to improve transparency and viability assessment for solar and renewable facilities, advancing clean energy development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enhances transparency of renewable energy projects, supporting clean energy development and environmental protection through better data mapping.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate May 8, 2026

S 9637: Enacts the dark skies protection act

This bill, known as the Dark Skies Protection Act, establishes state regulations to reduce outdoor light pollution by requiring most outdoor lighting fixtures to be shielded so light is directed downward rather than upward. The law applies to residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal buildings and structures, with specific restrictions on recreational facilities that prohibit illumination between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. except for certain events. Several exemptions exist for essential lighting such as airport navigation, worker safety, emergency services, and low-wattage decorative lighting. Municipalities that already have stricter local ordinances on light pollution are exempt from these state requirements, and the state department will provide educational materials to help property owners comply.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes energy efficiency by reducing light pollution through shielded fixtures, which decreases unnecessary energy consumption and aligns with energy conservation goals.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill reduces light pollution by requiring shielded outdoor lighting, which protects wildlife, reduces energy waste, and preserves natural environments.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 20, 2026

A 10695: Relates to the use of funds in the New York state climate investment account; repealer

Allows surplus or uncommitted funds in the New York state climate investment account to be returned to ratepayers; establishes a one-year utility bill tax and surcharge holiday and a two-year green energy tax holiday; relates to audits of utility corporations; authorizes the public service commission to reconsider rate increases; grants customers the right to decline smart meters and prohibits such customers from being penalized or charged exercising such right; directs the public service commission to conduct a study analyzing the economic impact of the use of smart meters; relates to costs and expenses of the department of public service and the public service commission; directs the public service commission to develop a formula to determine the average cost to comply with the provisions set forth in article seventy-five of the environmental conservation law; provides for a ratepayer protection tax credit; repeals certain provisions of law relating to the assessment of costs and expenses of the department of public service and the public service commission.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill returns surplus funds to ratepayers and establishes tax holidays, reducing financial burden on consumers and promoting fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects consumer rights regarding smart meters and creates tax holidays for green energy, supporting renewable energy adoption and utility consumer protection.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Sales Tax Tax Credits Renewable Energy Utility Regulation

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