Environment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7759: Updates the definition of the term reusable bag

Updates the definition of the term "reusable bag", as used in the environmental conservation law, to specify minimum material and durability standards.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentUpdates reusable bag standards under environmental conservation law to ensure durability/material quality, reducing single-use plastic pollution per conservation law context.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2204: Requires the commissioner of education to create a competition among SUNY and CUNY schools with prizes going to the schools that produce the most cost-efficient method of reducing CO2 emissions

Relates to requiring the commissioner of education to create a competition among SUNY and CUNY schools with prizes going to the schools that produce the most cost-efficient method of reducing CO2 emissions; the top three schools shall receive a cash prize which shall be used to improve environmental programs at the university.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds environmental programs at SUNY/CUNY via competition prizes, advancing higher education initiatives and improving educational infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill incentivizes cost-efficient CO2 reduction methods through university competitions, directly advancing clean energy innovation and emissions reduction goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly funds competitions for cost-efficient CO2 emission reduction methods, directly advancing climate change mitigation through education institutions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7104: Establishes the water resiliency projects fund; appropriation

Establishes the water resiliency projects fund for flood mitigation, stormwater mitigation and other water related resiliency projects; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new fund with appropriation for water resiliency projects, directly funding essential infrastructure through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes fund for flood/stormwater mitigation projects, directly advancing environmental resiliency and water resource protection through funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 2, 2026

S 1103: Establishes the New York state cooperative watershed management program

Establishes the New York state cooperative watershed management program within the department of environmental conservation under which watershed networks may apply for grants for watershed network development and watershed network professionalization, subject to appropriation of funds from the legislature.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes grant program for watershed management under DEC, directly advancing conservation of natural resources through funding and program development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Water Quality

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died · New York · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 6307: Relates to the prevention and mitigation of marine and coastal debris

Relates to the prevention and mitigation of marine and coastal debris; defines terms; requires the department of environmental conservation to prepare and annually update a marine and coastal debris action plan.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates an action plan to prevent/mitigate marine debris, directly reducing pollution and protecting coastal ecosystems per environmental conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2085: Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation

Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation; includes the requirements that there is at least 15 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2040, at least 18 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2045 and at least 20 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2050.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes binding offshore wind targets (15-20GW by 2050), directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure goals per topic description.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill sets mandatory offshore wind energy targets (15-20 GW by 2050), directly promoting clean energy generation and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Wind

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5750: Relates to the packaging of cannabis and hemp products

Relates to the packaging of cannabis and industrial hemp products; requires the cannabis control board to develop strategic plans detailing the packaging and labeling requirements to be used prior to the retail sale of any cannabis or cannabis product; establishes a sustainable cannabis packaging incubator program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a 'sustainable cannabis packaging incubator program' requiring eco-friendly packaging standards, aligning with environmental conservation through reduced waste and resource use.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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signed · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2025

A 8654: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage American eel

This bill extends the New York Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to manage American eel populations from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2026. It modifies a specific section of environmental law to update the expiration date for this management authority. The extension directly affects the DEC's ongoing efforts to monitor and regulate American eel populations, which are a species of conservation concern in New York waters.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends DEC authority to manage American eel populations, a species of conservation concern, maintaining ongoing protective management efforts per environmental law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

passed · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 5014: Enacts the "Big Five African Trophies Act" relating to banning the importation, transportation and possession of certain African wildlife species and products

Enacts the "Big Five African Trophies Act" relating to banning the importation, transportation and possession of certain African wildlife species and products.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans importation/possession of African wildlife trophies to protect endangered species, directly advancing conservation goals per environmental topic definition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 5605: Enacts the "washing machine microfiber filtration act"

This bill requires all new washing machines sold in the state after January 1, 2030, to include a microfiber filtration system that captures at least 90% of fibers 100 micrometers or larger. It directly affects manufacturers (who must provide compliance certificates) and retailers (who must display a consumer label explaining the filtration system). The key provisions include mandatory filtration standards, visible consumer labeling with maintenance instructions, and a transition period allowing unsold inventory purchased before December 31, 2029, to be sold. The law aims to reduce microfiber pollution from laundry without specifying environmental outcomes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates microfiber filtration in washing machines to reduce water pollution from microplastics, directly protecting aquatic ecosystems and aligning with pollution control environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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