Environment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2133: Prohibits the sale of certain medical solution containers

This bill prohibits the sale of medical solution containers (like IV bags) and medical tubing (such as IV lines) containing PVC or DEHP in New York. Starting January 1, 2030, manufacturers and sellers cannot offer PVC or intentionally added DEHP products, with a similar ban for tubing taking effect in 2033. The law also bans replacing DEHP with other phthalates and sets a limit of 0.1% DEHP for unintentional contamination. It directly affects healthcare product manufacturers and distributors operating in New York.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans DEHP and PVC in medical products, reducing toxic chemical pollution and aligning with environmental protection goals by preventing harmful chemical release into ecosystems.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBans DEHP in medical devices to protect patient safety from chemical exposure risks, aligning with healthcare protection indicators.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1262: Enacts the "Livable New York act"; approp

Enacts the "Livable New York act" to fight back against climate change, provide additional affordable housing and provide employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals; makes a three billion dollar appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $3B appropriation for climate, housing, and reentry programs, directly increasing state spending on public services per budget/funding indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly fights climate change with $3B appropriation for environmental action, aligning with indicators of strengthening protections.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly provides additional affordable housing and allocates $3 billion for it, directly advancing housing affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5143: Requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to create a bicycle with electric assist battery swapping pilot program in N.Y. city

Requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to create a bicycle with electric assist battery swapping pilot program in a city with a population of one million or more.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes e-bike adoption via battery swapping pilot, reducing vehicle emissions and supporting clean transportation alternatives.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation through e-bike battery swapping pilot program, advancing infrastructure for alternative transit options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3442: 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 implement reduction practices, directly targeting pollution control in watersheds.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 264: Requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to adopt rules and regulations requiring the issuance of special stickers identifying alternative fuel vehicles

Requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to adopt rules and regulations requiring the issuance and placement of special stickers identifying alternative fuel vehicles having a gross vehicle weight of ten thousand pounds or less; requires such stickers to be easily identifiable to first responders as alternative fuel vehicles; defines alternative fuel.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires special stickers for alternative fuel vehicles, promoting cleaner transportation and reducing fossil fuel dependence per bill's focus on alternative fuel definition.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires special stickers for alternative fuel vehicles (reducing emissions), promoting clean energy adoption per environmental policy indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires special stickers for alternative fuel vehicles, promoting sustainable transportation and enhancing safety for first responders through clear identification of eco-friendly vehicles.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration

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signed · New York · Senate Nov 12, 2025

S 1704: Relates to reduction of air pollution from petroleum bulk storage facilities

Expands the options for shell color and roof color of petroleum bulk storage tanks to either white or beige/cream or which limits volatile emissions to the same or to a greater extent as a shell color and roof color of white or beige/cream as determined by the department of environmental conservation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates tank colors (white/beige) to limit volatile emissions, directly reducing air pollution from petroleum facilities per environmental department standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Conservation

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2025

S 3456: Establishes the climate corporate data accountability act

Establishes the climate corporate data accountability act requiring certain business entities within the state to annually disclose scope 1, scope 2 and scope 3 emissions; establishes the climate accountability and emissions disclosure fund.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates corporate emissions disclosure (scopes 1-3) and creates climate accountability fund, directly advancing emissions transparency and reduction efforts.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6893: Relates to transition feasibility analysis for zero-emission buses

Requires every school district to conduct a transition feasibility analysis within the next succeeding school year as of the effective date of this act, and every five years thereafter, to determine the feasibility of using zero-emission school buses on current routes.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates feasibility analyses for zero-emission school buses, directly advancing renewable energy adoption in transportation infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates feasibility studies for zero-emission school buses, directly targeting emission reduction in transportation sector.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires feasibility analysis for zero-emission school buses, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and aligning with clean energy transit initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7210: Relates to requiring notice to neighboring landowners of intention to develop in wetland areas

Relates to requiring notice to neighboring landowners within one thousand feet of intention to develop in wetland areas; requires a public hearing on a wetland application.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires notice and public hearing for wetland development, adding safeguards to protect wetland ecosystems from unreviewed development.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 4071: Includes stormwater in the definition of sewage for purposes of certain water, sewer, and water and sewer authorities

This bill amends multiple sections of New York's public authorities law to explicitly include "stormwater" in the legal definition of "sewage" for water, sewer, and water and sewer authorities. It adds a new definition stating "stormwater" means water runoff that exceeds soil absorption capacity during rain or melt events. The change directly affects these public authorities by expanding their regulatory scope to cover stormwater under existing sewage-related rules. The bill does not create new programs or funding but clarifies how stormwater is legally treated in water management frameworks. (164 words)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands sewage regulations to cover stormwater runoff, enhancing pollution control for waterways under existing authority85% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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