Energy (Oil & Gas)

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11141: Enacts the renewable natural gas standard act

Enacts the "renewable natural gas standard act"; requires the public service commission to establish a program to require that gas corporations procure renewable natural gas from third-parties, including affiliates of the gas corporation, for distribution to natural gas customers.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates procurement of renewable natural gas, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates procurement of renewable natural gas, promoting clean energy and reducing fossil fuel emissions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Renewable Energy Utility Regulation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 20, 2026

A 10668: Repeals prohibitions on hydraulic fracturing and establishes new permitting procedures regarding hydraulic fracturing; repealer

This bill removes state-level bans on hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, and creates a new permitting system for oil and gas wells that use this technique. It directs the state environmental department to develop rules within one year covering environmental protections, water management standards, and other necessary regulations for fracking operations. The legislation also clarifies that state fracking rules override local laws and ordinances, while preserving local control over roads and real property taxes. Directly affected parties include oil and gas companies seeking to conduct fracking operations and local governments whose regulations on the practice would be preempted by state standards.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill removes fracking prohibitions and establishes permitting procedures, enabling fossil fuel extraction which supports energy production and infrastructure development.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill removes state bans on fracking and prioritizes industry over environmental protections, weakening environmental regulations despite requiring new permitting rules.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9677: Relates to bioheating fuel requirements

Relates to bioheating fuel requirements; allows B100 or B99 biofuel and R100 or R99 renewable fuel to be used to blend with or replace fossil heating oil in order to create bioheating fuel.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEnables renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, directly reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnables renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy alternatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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signed · New York · Senate Feb 28, 2025

S 824: Relates to the climate change adaptation cost recovery program and requirements for climate change adaptive infrastructure projects

Relates to the climate change adaptation cost recovery program and requirements for climate change adaptive infrastructure projects; relates to the use of funds from the climate change adaptation fund for certain projects; relates to the disclosure of certain data from returns of petroleum or fossil fuel businesses; relates to expenditure of funds from the climate change adaptation fund; repeals certain provisions; relates to severability and legislative findings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs expenditure of climate adaptation fund on infrastructure projects, funding a specific program under fiscal management.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds climate adaptation infrastructure projects using climate change fund, aligning with clean energy infrastructure goals and requiring fossil fuel data disclosure for transparency.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes climate change adaptation program and fund for infrastructure projects, directly supporting environmental protection against climate impacts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending Oil & Gas Climate Change

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4486: Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to establish a program encouraging persons to scrap such person's petroleum or diesel motor vehicle in favor of a zero emission or electric motor vehicle

Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to establish a program encouraging persons to scrap such person's petroleum or diesel motor vehicle in favor of a zero emission or electric motor vehicle by providing a five hundred dollar rebate for the purchase of such new zero emission or electric motor vehicle.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes electric vehicle adoption, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing clean energy infrastructure through financial incentives.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes zero-emission vehicles via $500 rebate, reducing emissions and supporting clean energy transition95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation via rebates for zero-emission vehicles, directly advancing electric vehicle adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance in vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Oil & Gas Electric Vehicles

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passed · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 8017: Increases the weight limits for vehicles powered primarily by electric battery power and other fuels

Provides that a vehicle or a combination of vehicles operated by an engine fueled primarily by means of natural gas, propane gas, or hydrogen or powered primarily by means of electric battery power may exceed certain weight limits by up to two thousand pounds.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllows heavier vehicles for electric/hydrogen, facilitating adoption of alternative energy transport infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables heavier electric/hydrogen vehicles by increasing weight limits, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and vehicle adoption.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Oil & Gas Electric Vehicles Freight

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1580: Establishes the teachers' fossil fuel divestment act

Establishes the teachers' fossil fuel divestment act; requires the New York state teachers' retirement system to divest the retirement system of any stocks, securities, equities, assets, or other obligations of corporations or companies included on an exclusion list of coal producers and oil and gas producers.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires divestment from fossil fuel producers, reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources per bill's mandate.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDivests retirement funds from fossil fuel companies, reducing financial support for polluting industries and aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7060: Relates to authorizing the New York state energy research and development authority to administer a program to provide grants related to enabling switching residences to electric heat pumps

Authorizes the New York state energy research and development authority to administer a program to provide grants or loans for the costs related to enabling switching residences with propane or fuel-oil heating systems to efficient electric heat pumps.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes grants to switch from propane/fuel oil to electric heat pumps, reducing fossil fuel dependence and promoting clean energy infrastructure adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 954: Establishes the teachers' fossil fuel divestment act

Establishes the teachers' fossil fuel divestment act; requires the New York state teachers' retirement system to divest the retirement system of any stocks, securities, equities, assets, or other obligations of corporations or companies included on an exclusion list of coal producers and oil and gas producers.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates divestment from fossil fuel producers, reducing investment in fossil fuels and advancing renewable energy transition goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires divestment from fossil fuel producers, reducing financial support for industries harming the environment and aligning with climate protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Assembly Sep 8, 2025

A 3784: Relates to bioheating fuel requirements

Relates to bioheating fuel requirements; allows B100 or B99 biofuel and R100 or R99 renewable fuel to be used to blend with or replace fossil heating oil in order to create bioheating fuel.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllows renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, promoting renewable energy use and reducing fossil fuel dependence.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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