Environment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1555: Prohibits the nonemergency application of pesticide or lawn care pesticide within any municipal park lands and lands under the jurisdiction of the state office of parks, recreation and historic preservation

Prohibits the nonemergency application of pesticide or lawn care pesticide within any municipal park lands and lands under the jurisdiction of the state office of parks, recreation and historic preservation; requires notice of pesticide application.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits nonemergency pesticide use in parks, reducing chemical pollution and protecting ecosystems per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5833: Relates to adopting the Appalachian states radioactive waste compact

Relates to adopting the Appalachian states radioactive waste compact; assures interstate cooperation for the proper management and disposal of low-level radioactive wastes to reduce the volume of low-level radioactive waste.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReduces low-level radioactive waste volume, aligning with pollution control under environmental protection topic.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 29, 2025

A 6930: Prohibits the application of pesticides to certain local freshwater wetlands

Prohibits the application of pesticides to certain local freshwater wetlands for local governments that have implemented a freshwater wetlands protection law; provides that any local law or ordinance adopted pursuant to this section shall take effect on the first day of January after it shall have been adopted.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits pesticides in protected wetlands, directly advancing natural resource conservation and pollution control in sensitive ecosystems.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Dec 8, 2025

A 2379: Establishes state and municipal composting programs

Establishes state and municipal composting programs; requires all state and municipal agencies to establish a composting program in buildings owned, occupied or operated by such agencies; allows such agencies to arrange for collection of compostable waste by a private carter, transport such waste itself or process such waste on-site; requires reports on the costs and effectiveness of such programs.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires state/municipal composting programs to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions, directly advancing environmental protection through waste diversion.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 6621: Prohibits the breeding, sale, trade, purchase, importation, and exportation of red-eared slider turtles

Prohibits the breeding, sale, trade, purchase, importation, and exportation of red-eared slider turtles in the state; exempts certain entities and organizations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits invasive red-eared sliders to protect native ecosystems and prevent ecological damage, aligning with conservation goals.90% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly May 5, 2025

K 413: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as Drinking Water Week in the State of New York

Bill K 413 is an Assembly Resolution that memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 4-10, 2025, as "Drinking Water Week" in the State of New York. This action aims to raise public awareness about the importance of drinking water quality and the efforts to protect water sources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill memorializes Drinking Water Week to raise awareness about protecting water sources and quality, aligning with environmental conservation efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1459: Establishes extended producer responsibility for household appliances and refrigerants

Establishes extended producer responsibility for household appliances and refrigerants; provides that no later than December 31, 2027, producers shall submit a plan to the department of environmental conservation for the establishment of a collection program for certain covered products.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes extended producer responsibility for appliances/refrigerants, requiring collection programs to reduce waste and prevent pollution from hazardous materials.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7057: Establishes the East of Hudson watershed road salt reduction task force, pilot plan and test program

Establishes the East of Hudson watershed road salt reduction task force, pilot plan and test program to conduct a comprehensive review of road salt contamination and road management best practices within the East of Hudson watershed.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes task force to review road salt contamination and management practices, targeting pollution reduction in watersheds per summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2415: Prohibits publicly owned treatment works from accepting wastewater associated with the exploration, delineation, development, or production of natural gas

Prohibits publicly owned treatment works from accepting wastewater associated with the exploration, delineation, development, or production of natural gas from high-volume hydraulic fracturing; provides exceptions.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts natural gas production by banning wastewater acceptance from fracking, directly limiting fossil fuel extraction infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits wastewater from fracking (a major pollution source) from treatment plants, directly protecting water resources and preventing environmental contamination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 7358: 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 HOAs from restricting low impact landscaping, conserving water, reducing chemical use, and supporting biodiversity - key environmental conservation practices.95% confidence

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