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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3330: Prohibits the importation of live bait fish and provides penalties for failure to comply with such prohibition

This bill prohibits importing live bait fish (as defined in state law) for use in inland fishing within New York. It directly affects individuals or businesses importing live fish for bait, such as anglers or bait shops. Violators face a class A misdemeanor charge and fines of up to $20 per illegally possessed fish. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits live bait imports to prevent invasive species, protecting native ecosystems and conserving natural resources per environmental conservation standards.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 7260: Relates to electric charging station fee transparency

Directs the department of public service to promulgate rules and regulations to establish fee transparency standards for electric vehicle charging stations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes EV adoption through fee transparency, enabling cleaner transportation and reducing emissions from fossil fuel vehicles.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes fee transparency for EV charging stations, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure adoption.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1128: Establishes a bicycle and pedestrian planning assistance program within the department of transportation

Establishes a bicycle and pedestrian planning assistance program within the department of transportation to provide county and municipal governments with planning assistance for locally driven projects and activities that lead to bicycle and pedestrian friendly infrastructure; establishes criteria for approval for assistance under such program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes non-motorized transportation infrastructure, reducing vehicle emissions and supporting environmental protection through sustainable mobility planning.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes program to fund bike/pedestrian infrastructure planning, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure within transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety

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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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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4436: Provides an exemption for the sale of the first $35,000 of a battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle from state sales and compensating use taxes

Provides an exemption for the sale of the first $35,000 for a battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle from state sales and compensating use taxes; authorizes local governments to elect such incentives; repeals the hybrid exemption after ten years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts first $35k of EV sales from state taxes, providing direct tax relief to buyers per support indicator for middle-income tax relief.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts EVs from taxes to boost adoption, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy infrastructure transition.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax exemption for EVs promotes clean energy adoption and reduces emissions, directly advancing environmental protection goals.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax exemption for EVs to promote adoption, aligning with sustainable transportation incentives and reducing vehicle emissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Electric Vehicles

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died · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 5510: Requires the New York state energy research and development authority to develop recommendations regarding the establishment of microgrids

This bill requires New York's energy research agency (NYSERDA) to develop recommendations for establishing microgrids at critical facilities like hospitals, fire stations, water plants, and schools. The agency must study priority locations (focusing on areas with past storm damage and disadvantaged communities) and identify funding options for these localized power networks. The resulting report, due within one year, will guide state decisions on improving energy resilience for essential services during outages. It directly affects communities relying on these critical facilities and state agencies managing infrastructure.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires NYSERDA to develop microgrid recommendations for critical facilities, advancing energy resilience and clean infrastructure investment per bill's focus on localized power networks and disadvantaged communities.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes energy resilience via microgrids at critical facilities, aligning with climate adaptation and clean energy goals. Focus on storm-damaged areas and disadvantaged communities supports environmental justice and grid sustainability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6635: Establishes the green accessible transition authority and establishes a for-hire vehicle improvement surcharge; appropriation

Establishes the green transition authority to promote the transition of the for-hire vehicle and other state industries to environmentally sustainable practices and increase universal accessibility of for-hire vehicles, paratransit services, and taxi services statewide; establishes a for-hire vehicle improvement surcharge for each for-hire transportation trip conducted in a transportation network company vehicle or by a high-volume for-hire service; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes new surcharge tax to fund green transition authority, creating dedicated revenue stream for environmental/accessibility programs via appropriation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes authority to transition for-hire vehicles to sustainable practices, funds via surcharge, directly advancing pollution reduction and environmental protection in transportation sector.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds sustainable for-hire vehicle transition and accessibility improvements via surcharge, directly advancing transportation sustainability and accessibility goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 5334: Amends the constitution to provide for an economic bill of rights for the citizens of the state

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to guarantee six specific economic rights for all New York citizens, regardless of income. It would add a new section to the state constitution stating every citizen is entitled to: a living-wage job, quality healthcare, complete education, affordable housing, a clean environment, and a secure retirement. If passed, these rights would be enshrined in the state constitution, requiring future governments to prioritize them in policy decisions. The amendment is currently under review by the Judiciary Committee and awaiting further legislative action.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly guarantees 'clean environment' as a constitutional right, requiring policy prioritization of environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly guarantees 'quality healthcare' as a constitutional right for all citizens, directly advancing healthcare access and protection per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExplicitly guarantees affordable housing as a constitutional right, requiring future policies to prioritize it.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGuarantees 'living-wage job' and 'secure retirement' as constitutional rights, directly advancing worker economic security and labor standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 98: Requires electric corporations build make-ready infrastructure

S 98 requires electric corporations to cover the costs of "make-ready" infrastructure needed to charge electric vehicles for public fleets, such as government-owned buses, police cars, and school district vehicles. It mandates that corporations include 100% of their own infrastructure costs (like transformers and wiring) and at least 50% of customer infrastructure costs (like site wiring) in their rates - increasing to 90% in disadvantaged communities - so these expenses are shared across all utility customers instead of paid directly by fleet operators. This reduces upfront financial barriers for public entities transitioning to electric fleets while ensuring infrastructure costs are recovered through standard rate structures. The bill applies specifically to state, municipal, school district, and public authority fleets, not private businesses.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates utilities cover EV charging infrastructure costs, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance in public transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates electric corporations fund EV charging infrastructure for public fleets, directly promoting clean transportation and reducing emissions from government vehicle fleets.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates infrastructure funding for EVs in public fleets, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2480: Relates to creating a tax credit for taxpayers who purchase and install a water filtration or purification system in their residence or business

This bill creates a $500 tax credit for state residents and businesses that purchase and install qualifying water filtration or purification systems in their homes or business locations within the state. The credit applies per residence or business and requires systems to remove impurities using physical barriers, chemical processes, or biological methods installed by a professional. Taxpayers can claim one credit per eligible location for new installations. The credit becomes available for tax years beginning January 1, 2025, and applies to systems installed after that date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates $500 tax credit for water filtration systems, reducing tax burden for residents/businesses, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill incentivizes water filtration systems that remove impurities, directly supporting pollution control and water quality under environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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