Environment (Conservation)

in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10487: Enacts the "data center water stewardship and reuse act"

Enacts the "data center water stewardship and reuse act" to reduce reliance on potable public water supply systems and increase use of recycled or reclaimed water; provides for data center water use management into the state's environmental conservation framework, ensuring sustainability, watershed protection, and technological innovation; establishes the dataácenter water stewardship fund.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates water reuse and conservation for data centers, directly protecting natural resources and reducing strain on public water supplies.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes technological innovation and sustainability for data centers by funding water reuse and stewardship.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Water Quality

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 21, 2026

A 10852: Enacts the stop subsidizing data centers act

Prohibits allocation of economic development power to data centers; provides for certain caps on amounts and eligibility for industrial development agency financial assistance; provides for the return of industrial development agency-awarded financial assistance if certain job levels are not maintained within 5 years of project completion; designates the department of environmental conservation as the mandatory lead agency for environmental quality review of any action consuming over 20 megawatts; requires environmental quality review for any action within 10 miles of a federally recognized Indian nation's territory.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts government spending by capping financial assistance for data centers and requiring repayment if job targets aren't met, limiting budget allocations.85% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts subsidies and financial assistance for data centers, which are major energy consumers, thereby limiting energy infrastructure development and increasing strain on utility resources.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill designates environmental conservation as lead agency for high-impact data center reviews, strengthening environmental oversight.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts funding and imposes caps on data center development, limiting infrastructure growth.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed both · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 10045: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to restrict the taking of fish, shellfish and crustacea in special management areas

Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to restrict the taking of fish, shellfish and crustacea in special management areas.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends authority to restrict taking of aquatic life in special management areas, directly strengthening conservation and environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 14, 2026

S 10042: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation regarding the management of fluke-summer flounder

This bill extends the legal authority of the state Department of Environmental Conservation to manage fluke and summer flounder fisheries until December 31, 2029. Under this extension, the department can continue to set rules such as size limits, catch quotas, fishing seasons, and gear requirements for these fish. The new regulations must remain consistent with existing state laws and federal fishery management plans. The changes take effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends authority to manage fisheries, enabling conservation measures like catch quotas and size limits to protect natural resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

signed · New York · Senate Aug 14, 2026

S 10071: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage whelk and conch

This bill extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to manage whelk and conch fisheries until December 31, 2029. It allows the department to set regulations such as size limits, catch limits, seasonal closures, and gear requirements for these species. The new rules must remain consistent with existing state laws and federal fishery management plans. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends regulatory authority to manage shellfish harvesting, strengthening conservation efforts and protecting natural resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9698: Relates to the regulation of exhaust gas cleaning systems on vessels; and relates to the powers of the department of environmental conservation

Relates to the regulation of exhaust gas cleaning systems on vessels and provides enforcement mechanisms and remedies for violations; relates to the powers of the department of environmental conservation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill regulates vessel exhaust gas cleaning systems and strengthens DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION powers, directly advancing pollution control.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10410: Relates to the availability of technical assistance grants in brownfield site remedial programs

Relates to the availability of technical assistance grants in brownfield site remedial programs; provides that the commissioner of environmental conservation shall provide grants to the New York city community board with jurisdiction over the site or to any not-for-profit corporation exempt from taxation under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code at any site which may be affected by a brownfield site remedial program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides grants for brownfield remediation, representing government funding for environmental programs and public services.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides grants for brownfield site remedial programs, which directly supports environmental protection by funding cleanup of contaminated sites.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Hazardous Materials

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 16, 2026

S 9473: Enacting the lead-free game donation act

This bill prohibits the donation of game meat harvested with lead ammunition for human consumption in New York State. It directly affects hunters, charitable food organizations, and professional game processors by restricting which types of game can be donated to those in need. The law requires that any game donated must be clearly marked with details about how it was taken and what ammunition was used, while also exempting game taken with archery or non-lead ammunition from the ban. The bill also directs the Department of Environmental Conservation to maintain a public list of recognized non-lead ammunition types and to provide guidance on safe game preparation and distribution. The restrictions take effect two years after the bill becomes law, allowing time for necessary rule changes and public education.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts donation of game meat harvested with lead ammunition, which limits access to food resources and does not advance environmental protection goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9588: Extends provisions of law relating to the taking of sharks

This bill extends the expiration date of existing laws that regulate the taking of sharks in New York State. The legislation amends a 2014 law that was previously set to expire in 2026, pushing the deadline to December 31, 2028. It directly affects individuals and entities involved in shark fishing, research, or conservation activities by maintaining current regulatory protections for a longer period. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and requires no additional mechanisms beyond extending the existing statutory timeline.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends shark protection regulations, directly supporting marine conservation and environmental protection by maintaining existing safeguards for a longer period.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10519: Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish and/or amend rules and regulations pertaining to standards related to siting major renewable energy facilities

Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish and/or amend rules and regulations pertaining to standards related to the siting, design, construction and operation of major renewable energy facilities; requires such rules and regulations to include information relating to farmland protection and application procedures; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes rules for siting major renewable energy facilities, advancing renewable energy infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes regulations for renewable energy facility siting, which promotes clean energy and environmental protection through structured standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Conservation

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