Environment

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 10102: Enacts the low impact landscaping rights act

Enacts the low impact landscaping rights act, preventing homeowners' associations from adopting or enforcing any rules or regulations that would effectively prohibit, or impose unreasonable limitations on, the installation or maintenance of low impact landscaping.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPrevents HOA restrictions on low impact landscaping, promoting water conservation, native plant use, and reduced resource consumption - key environmental conservation practices.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 9598: Relates to prohibitions on the use of certain tropical hardwoods for state contracts

Requires that companies contracting with the state do not contribute to tropical forest degradation or deforestation directly or through their supply chains.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits state contractors from using tropical hardwoods linked to deforestation, directly protecting tropical forests and natural resources through supply chain restrictions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4574: Enacts the "PFAS discharge disclosure act"

Enacts the "PFAS discharge disclosure act"; requires certain SPDES permit holders to conduct PFAS monitoring and disclose the results from such monitoring.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates PFAS monitoring/disclosure for permit holders, increasing transparency on toxic pollutants to protect water resources and public health.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed · New York · Assembly May 18, 2026

A 9297: Provides a host community benefit for customers in a host community where data centers are expanded or placed

This bill requires new or significantly expanding hyperscale data centers (over 10,000 sq ft/5+ MW) to fund residential energy upgrades that offset their electricity demand. It directs these funds toward installing cold-climate heat pumps, rooftop solar, and battery storage in New York homes with outdated systems, prioritizing low-income and disadvantaged communities. NYSERDA will administer the program, ensuring projects align with state climate goals and provide free installations. The funds flow into a dedicated "Clean Home Energy Offset Fund" managed by NYSERDA, with data center operators required to submit annual compliance reports.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates data centers to fund residential solar, heat pumps, and battery storage installations, advancing clean energy infrastructure and climate goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates data centers to fund clean energy upgrades (heat pumps, solar, storage) in low-income homes, directly advancing climate goals through renewable energy adoption and energy efficiency.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrioritizes low-income communities for free energy upgrades (heat pumps, solar), reducing utility costs and enhancing housing affordability through direct funding.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 1388: Relates to the definition of coal tar and its use in pavement products

This bill amends New York's environmental conservation law to define "coal tar" for pavement products. It specifies that coal tar is a thick liquid from coal distillation containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) above 1,000 milligrams per kilogram. The definition explicitly includes certain residues like ethylene or steam cracked residues. This change directly affects manufacturers and suppliers of pavement materials using coal tar, as it sets a clear regulatory threshold for PAH levels. The bill was advanced to third reading in April 2025 but was later substituted by S3179.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill defines coal tar with PAH threshold (1,000mg/kg) to restrict high-pollution pavement products, strengthening environmental regulations on pollution control.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed both · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 2657: Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and reduce noise pollution by promoting the adoption of quieter, zero-emission landscaping equipment; provides for rebates at the point of sale for applicants purchasing or leasing certain equipment; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission equipment adoption via rebates to reduce emissions and fossil fuel dependence, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes rebate program for electric landscaping equipment to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and cut noise pollution, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed both · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 122: Establishes environmental standards for ambient lead and lead contamination

This bill requires New York's Environmental Conservation and Health departments to establish new lead exposure standards within 180 days. The standards will address lead in soil, floors, window sills, and air to protect children's health, meeting or exceeding federal benchmarks (like 40 CFR Part 745 as of January 2025). It mandates that all new standards must prevent blood lead levels from exceeding safe thresholds. The law expires one year after enactment unless implemented earlier.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires new lead standards to protect children's health by preventing unsafe blood lead levels, meeting/exceeding federal benchmarks and addressing lead pollution in air/soil.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8823: Relates to the department of environmental conservation's regulation of crabs

Extends DEC's authority to regulate management of crabs; authorizes the department of environmental conservation to take any actions necessary to ensure any quota limiting the taking of horseshoe crabs does not exceed certain thresholds.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends DEC authority to regulate horseshoe crab quotas, preventing overharvesting to conserve species and maintain ecosystem balance, aligning with conservation protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8832: Relates to rechargeable battery recycling

This bill amends New York's environmental conservation law to establish requirements for recycling rechargeable batteries. It directly affects battery manufacturers (who must create approved recycling plans), retailers (who must accept used batteries), and consumers (who must return batteries instead of discarding them). Key provisions require retailers to accept up to 10 batteries daily (5 for e-scooter/bike batteries), display clear signage about battery recycling, and provide return options for online purchases. Manufacturers must operate under commissioner-approved collection and recycling plans, which retailers must verify before selling batteries. The law aims to keep batteries out of landfills by creating a structured take-back system.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRecycling rechargeable batteries supports sustainable energy infrastructure by enabling material reuse critical for renewable energy storage systems like EVs and grid storage.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates battery recycling requirements for manufacturers, retailers, and consumers to prevent hazardous waste pollution, directly protecting environment through waste reduction and pollution control.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

signed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 1069: Prohibits the lease of state forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas and unique areas for the purpose of gas and oil production

S 1069 prohibits the leasing of state-owned forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas, and unique natural areas for gas and oil production. The bill amends environmental conservation law to specifically ban these leases, protecting these lands from energy extraction. It directly affects state land management decisions and energy companies seeking to drill on these protected properties. The law takes immediate effect upon enactment.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly prohibits leasing protected lands for gas/oil production, restricting fossil fuel extraction and protecting natural areas from energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans leasing state forests/wildlife areas for oil/gas, protecting natural habitats from extraction and strengthening conservation95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment