Environment

died · New York · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 6307: Relates to the prevention and mitigation of marine and coastal debris

Relates to the prevention and mitigation of marine and coastal debris; defines terms; requires the department of environmental conservation to prepare and annually update a marine and coastal debris action plan.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates an action plan to prevent/mitigate marine debris, directly reducing pollution and protecting coastal ecosystems per environmental conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2085: Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation

Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation; includes the requirements that there is at least 15 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2040, at least 18 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2045 and at least 20 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2050.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes binding offshore wind targets (15-20GW by 2050), directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure goals per topic description.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill sets mandatory offshore wind energy targets (15-20 GW by 2050), directly promoting clean energy generation and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Wind

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5750: Relates to the packaging of cannabis and hemp products

Relates to the packaging of cannabis and industrial hemp products; requires the cannabis control board to develop strategic plans detailing the packaging and labeling requirements to be used prior to the retail sale of any cannabis or cannabis product; establishes a sustainable cannabis packaging incubator program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a 'sustainable cannabis packaging incubator program' requiring eco-friendly packaging standards, aligning with environmental conservation through reduced waste and resource use.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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signed · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2025

A 8654: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage American eel

This bill extends the New York Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to manage American eel populations from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2026. It modifies a specific section of environmental law to update the expiration date for this management authority. The extension directly affects the DEC's ongoing efforts to monitor and regulate American eel populations, which are a species of conservation concern in New York waters.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends DEC authority to manage American eel populations, a species of conservation concern, maintaining ongoing protective management efforts per environmental law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

passed · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 5014: Enacts the "Big Five African Trophies Act" relating to banning the importation, transportation and possession of certain African wildlife species and products

Enacts the "Big Five African Trophies Act" relating to banning the importation, transportation and possession of certain African wildlife species and products.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans importation/possession of African wildlife trophies to protect endangered species, directly advancing conservation goals per environmental topic definition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 5605: Enacts the "washing machine microfiber filtration act"

This bill requires all new washing machines sold in the state after January 1, 2030, to include a microfiber filtration system that captures at least 90% of fibers 100 micrometers or larger. It directly affects manufacturers (who must provide compliance certificates) and retailers (who must display a consumer label explaining the filtration system). The key provisions include mandatory filtration standards, visible consumer labeling with maintenance instructions, and a transition period allowing unsold inventory purchased before December 31, 2029, to be sold. The law aims to reduce microfiber pollution from laundry without specifying environmental outcomes.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates microfiber filtration in washing machines to reduce water pollution from microplastics, directly protecting aquatic ecosystems and aligning with pollution control environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2047: Relates to establishing an abatement and exemption from real property taxes for capital improvements to reduce carbon emissions

Relates to establishing an abatement and exemption from real property taxes for capital improvements to reduce carbon emissions; establishes an energy efficiency improvement board to approve the abatements and exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement/exemption for carbon-reducing property improvements, offering direct tax relief to incentivize energy efficiency, aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax abatements for carbon-reducing capital improvements, directly promoting energy efficiency and emissions reduction through financial incentives.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives for capital improvements reducing carbon emissions, directly aligning with emission reduction and environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Energy Efficiency Climate Change

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6221: Provides a tax abatement for facilty-integrated carbon-to-value equipment

This bill creates a property tax abatement for buildings in cities with over 1 million residents that install equipment capturing and reusing carbon dioxide emissions. Property owners can reduce their annual property taxes by up to $100,000 (or 5% of eligible equipment costs, whichever is lower) for qualifying carbon-to-value systems placed in service between 2025 and 2030. To qualify, the equipment must demonstrably reduce emissions through verified life cycle assessments, cannot be installed in designated environmental justice areas, and must meet specific technical requirements like carbon storage for 100+ years. The abatement applies only to "class four" real property in eligible cities and requires certification by the city's designated agency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates property tax abatement (tax relief) for qualifying carbon equipment, directly reducing tax liability for property owners. Explicit tax policy within Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax abatement for carbon capture systems that reduce emissions, promoting clean energy infrastructure and emission reduction goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes carbon capture systems via tax abatement, requiring verified emission reductions to qualify, directly advancing climate goals through emission-reducing technology adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Environmental Justice

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died · New York · Senate Mar 2, 2026

S 4403: Authorizes the attorney general to approve certain state land acquisitions made for the purposes of land conservation

Authorizes the attorney general to approve certain state land acquisitions made for the purposes of land conservation, and to accept a title policy from a commercial insurer to cover any title defects that would otherwise render the title unmarketable.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly authorizes land acquisitions for conservation, directly advancing natural resource protection and land conservation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8529: Relates to prohibiting the release of certain chemical compounds into the atmosphere in this state

Prohibits the intentional injection, release or dispersion, by any means, of chemicals, chemical compounds, substances or apparatus within the borders of this state into the atmosphere with the express purpose of affecting temperature, weather or the intensity of sunlight; provides the department will establish a reporting process for violations; provides penalties for such violations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits chemical releases affecting weather/climate, preventing potential environmental harm and aligning with pollution control indicators.95% confidence

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