This bill creates a tax credit for New York producers of biomethane, a renewable fuel made from organic waste (like landfill gas or agricultural manure) processed in anaerobic digesters. It provides a credit of 15 cents per gallon for the first 40,000 gallons of biomethane produced annually per facility, increasing to 25 cents per gallon beyond that threshold. The credit is capped at $2.5 million per facility per year for up to four consecutive years, applying to taxable years beginning before 2020. This directly benefits New York-based biomethane producers by reducing their state tax liability for qualifying production.
Prohibits certain solid waste polluters from procuring public contracts for certain periods of time after violations and until all debts to the state are satisfied; prohibits individuals found guilty of solid waste pollution from serving as members of any board of any entity engaged in solid waste removal and disposal.
Relates to declaring the goal of the state of New York to source reduce, reuse, recycle, or compost no less than eighty-five percent of the solid waste generated by the year 2035.
This bill requires all public buildings and state parks, recreation sites, and historic preservation areas to install separate bins for recyclable materials (like paper, plastic, glass, and metal) and compostable materials (such as food scraps and yard waste). It mandates these bins be placed alongside regular trash bins, with regular collection and proper processing of both materials. The law applies to all covered facilities, including government buildings and state-managed parks, and would take effect 120 days after enactment. This creates a standardized waste separation system to increase recycling and composting rates across public spaces.
This bill prohibits disposing of hardcover books (defined as books bound in cloth, cardboard, or leather) as regular trash or burning them. It requires all municipalities to establish programs within two years for collecting, reusing, or recycling hardcover books, including tracking collected volumes and recycling partners. Municipalities must report program details to the state environmental department, which will share best practices and post program information online. The law directly affects local governments and book recyclers, mandating specific recovery systems instead of landfill disposal.
Prohibits certain solid waste polluters from procuring public contracts for certain periods of time after violations and until all debts to the state are satisfied; prohibits individuals found guilty of solid waste pollution from serving as members of any board of any entity engaged in solid waste removal and disposal.
This bill prohibits the issuance of permits for marine solid waste transfer stations within 800 feet of public housing projects in cities with populations over one million. It directly affects waste facility operators seeking to locate or expand operations near public housing and protects residents in those housing projects from potential environmental impacts. The law creates a strict buffer zone by blocking state and local approvals for such facilities in the specified proximity, overriding conflicting local laws or regulations. It applies only to marine waste transfer stations in large urban areas, not to other waste facilities or smaller communities.
This bill prohibits dumping dredged spoils containing toxic pollutants into the marine district's waters. It directly affects dredging operations, construction projects, and waste disposal entities working in coastal areas. The key provision amends environmental law to explicitly ban this specific disposal method, creating a clear legal restriction. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.
This bill requires all New York state agencies (including departments, public authorities, SUNY, and CUNY) to create and implement waste reduction plans. Agencies must decrease landfill waste by 10% every five years, starting from 2018-2019 baseline levels, aiming for a 75% overall reduction by 2034. Plans must detail strategies for reducing single-use plastics, diverting organics and recyclables, conducting waste audits, and transitioning to dual-stream recycling where feasible. The GreenNY Council will oversee implementation, review progress, and require updated plans every five years. All plans must be publicly posted on the environmental department's website.
S 2159 prohibits dumping trash, garbage, or offensive matter on public property like streets, parks, or waterways. It imposes fines of $500 for a first offense (increasing to $1,000 for repeat offenses) plus costs for clean-up. The bill also creates a reward system where witnesses providing evidence - such as photos of license plates or videos - can receive a reward from the commissioner if their evidence leads to a fine. This directly affects anyone who illegally dumps waste on public spaces and encourages public reporting to enforce the rule.
