Environment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2251: Enacts regulations of perchloroethylene dry cleaning facilities, including phase-out from residential buildings

Enacts regulations of perchloroethylene dry cleaning facilities; establishes equipment standards and specifications and operating requirements; provides for lead inspection and self monitoring and for management of perc-contaminated wastewater; makes numerous other regulatory provisions; includes phase-out from residential buildings.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRegulates perchloroethylene (hazardous pollutant) via equipment standards, wastewater management, and residential phase-out to reduce environmental contamination.95% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 9030: Directs the New York state energy resource and development authority to conduct a feasibility study on installing solar panels and other renewable energy systems along state highways

Directs the New York state energy resource and development authority, in collaboration with the New York state thruway authority, the department of transportation, and the New York power authority, to conduct a feasibility study on installing solar panels and other renewable energy systems along state highways and to submit a report relating thereto.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirects feasibility study for solar panels on highways, promoting renewable energy infrastructure development per bill's explicit purpose.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirects feasibility study for solar panels on highways, promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing carbon emissions through infrastructure integration.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs feasibility study on solar panels along state highways, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure integration via renewable energy systems.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4571: Establishes the drinking water quality institute to make recommendations to the department of health relating to ensuring the safety of potable water

Establishes the drinking water quality institute to make recommendations to the department of health relating to ensuring the safety of potable water.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates drinking water quality institute to ensure potable water safety, directly advancing pollution control and environmental protection standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 980: Provides for the protection of the air quality at day care centers licensed by the state and head start day care centers funded pursuant to federal law

Provides for the protection of the air quality at licensed day care centers and head start day care centers funded pursuant to federal law; requires the office of children and family services to consult with the commissioners of environmental conservation and health regarding the air quality and environmental hazards that may be involved with any new day care center or head start day care center; requires such office to consult with the department of health if any new environmental or environmental health hazard arises.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates environmental conservation consultation for day care air quality, directly protecting children from environmental hazards per title/summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 28, 2026

A 1430: Prohibits the sale of medical adhesives and bandages containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances

This bill prohibits the sale of medical adhesives and bandages containing PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in New York State after December 31, 2026. It directly affects manufacturers and sellers of these medical products, requiring them to ensure their items contain no intentionally added PFAS or PFAS above a feasible, regularly reviewed threshold. Sellers must obtain written compliance certificates from manufacturers confirming PFAS-free products, and violations carry civil penalties up to $2,500 per day of noncompliance. The law focuses on concrete regulatory changes for medical products, excluding FDA-regulated devices from its scope.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans PFAS in medical products, directly reducing environmental pollution from persistent toxic chemicals linked to water contamination and ecosystem harm.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBans PFAS in medical adhesives/bandages to protect patient safety from chemical exposure, directly advancing healthcare product safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 25, 2026

A 1193: Provides tax abatement related to the removal of leaded paint

This bill provides property tax relief to owners of residential rental buildings (with three or more units) that permanently remove lead-based paint hazards. Owners can receive a tax abatement equal to the cost of certified lead paint remediation, paid over up to two years, subject to city-established limits. To qualify, the work must be performed by EPA-certified firms, completed after a city adopts a local law for this purpose, and the building must have no delinquent taxes. The tax relief applies only once per building and excludes temporary fixes or routine renovations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for lead paint remediation, reducing tax burden on qualifying rental property owners through abatement.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill removes lead paint hazards (a pollutant) via tax abatement, reducing environmental contamination. Directly advances pollution control under environmental protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 30, 2026

A 1354: Prohibits the idling of any passenger vehicle for more than 3 consecutive minutes

Prohibits the idling of any passenger vehicle, with certain exceptions, for more than 3 consecutive minutes; establishes the first violation is a warning and subsequent violations of such section are traffic infractions punishable by a fine of $150.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits vehicle idling (a source of emissions) to reduce air pollution, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRestricts vehicle idling to reduce emissions and fuel waste, aligning with sustainable transportation and safety goals.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4704: Grants a $100,000 real property tax exemption to conservation clubs and rod and gun clubs owning certain land having an assessed value of $500,000 or less

Grants a $100,000 real property tax exemption to conservation clubs and rod and gun clubs owning land acquired prior to January 1, 2025, having an assessed value of $500,000 or less.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesGrants tax exemption, reducing tax burden for qualifying clubs, aligning with tax relief indicator for Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax exemption directly supports conservation clubs' land preservation, aligning with environmental protection goals through financial incentives for land conservation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Conservation

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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 · Senate May 29, 2025

S 3663: Relates to the electrification of the Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Directs the New York City Economic Development Corporation to immediately commence any proceedings, processes, stakeholder engagement, or capital projects necessary for the installation of shore power capability at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates shore power installation at cruise terminal, reducing diesel use and promoting grid electricity adoption for cleaner energy infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires shore power installation at cruise terminal, reducing vessel engine emissions during docking and promoting clean energy use per bill's direct mandate.95% confidence

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