Environment (Recycling)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5441: Directs the department of environmental conservation to undertake a review of the regulations governing the permitting of landfills and transfer stations

Directs the department of environmental conservation to undertake a review of the regulations governing the permitting of landfills and transfer stations to ensure that such regulations integrate the latest scientific information.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs review of landfill regulations to integrate latest science, strengthening environmental oversight and regulatory standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 6392: Relates to composting facilities in state parks

Authorizes the commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to permit composting facilities at state parks when such facility does not harm the natural environment or integrity of the park and provided that such facilities shall comply with codes, rules and regulations relating to composting facilities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill authorizes composting facilities only if they don't harm park environments, directly protecting natural integrity per summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1692: Relates to prohibitions on single-use food service items

Provides that restaurants and third-party food delivery services may provide single-use food service items to customers when explicitly requested by the customer; prohibits certain plastic single-use items.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits plastic single-use items to reduce pollution, directly aligning with environmental protection goals for waste reduction.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 1463: Establishes extended producer responsibility for mattresses

This bill creates a new program requiring mattress manufacturers and importers to manage the disposal of used mattresses sold in the state. To comply, producers must submit a plan to the Department of Environmental Conservation that outlines how they will collect discarded mattresses, transport them to designated sites, and recycle or reuse the materials. The legislation sets specific goals for making collection sites accessible to most residents within a few years and defines recycling as separating materials for new products, while excluding burning or landfilling. Retailers are also assigned responsibilities under the law, and the bill establishes an advisory board to oversee the program's implementation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates mattress recycling, reducing landfill waste and conserving resources, directly aligning with environmental protection and pollution control goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 536: Relates to a regional plan for Long Island glass recycling

Directs the department of environmental conservation to develop a regional plan for Long Island glass recycling in coordination with Alfred university and Long Island municipalities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirects development of glass recycling plan, conserving resources and reducing landfill waste, aligning with environmental conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2412: Requires N.Y. city to collect discarded recyclable materials at city parks, playgrounds, historic sites and other facilities

Requires local solid waste management plans for cities over one million to include a plan for litter control including provision for placement of an adequate number of receptacles for trash and recyclables in commercial and business zones and in public recreational areas.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires recyclable collection in public spaces, promoting waste reduction and recycling, directly supporting environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6228: Authorizes and directs the commissioner of environmental conservation to conduct a study on food waste initiatives and to provide recommendations based on the study's findings

Authorizes and directs the commissioner of environmental conservation to conduct a study on food waste initiatives and to provide recommendations based on the study's findings.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes study on food waste initiatives, a key environmental conservation strategy to reduce landfill waste and emissions, directly advancing environmental protection goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 8168: Relates to the reuse of building construction, deconstruction, and demolition, materials

Relates to the reuse of building construction, deconstruction, and demolition materials, including requiring local deconstruction ordinances and reporting requirements for local political subdivisions awarded grants for construction, deconstruction and demolition projects; establishes a construction, deconstruction, and demolition waste prevention and reduction grant and technical support program; establishes deconstruction contractor certification requirements.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes material reuse and waste reduction in construction/deconstruction, conserving resources and reducing landfill impact through grant programs and certification requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed both · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 2657: Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

Establishes the electric landscaping equipment rebate program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and reduce noise pollution by promoting the adoption of quieter, zero-emission landscaping equipment; provides for rebates at the point of sale for applicants purchasing or leasing certain equipment; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission equipment adoption via rebates to reduce emissions and fossil fuel dependence, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes rebate program for electric landscaping equipment to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and cut noise pollution, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Climate Change Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1502: Enacts the "responsible renewable energy recycling act"

Enacts the "responsible renewable energy recycling act" to require manufacturers of solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries to collect such materials when they are taken out of use; requires educational outreach relating thereto; establishes collection goals therefor; requires reporting of collection efforts.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates recycling of solar, wind, and battery materials, promoting sustainable lifecycle management for renewable energy infrastructure and supporting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates recycling of solar/wind/battery components, promoting waste reduction and resource conservation in renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Recycling

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