Environment (Drinking Water)

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

K 1606: Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Riverkeeper and honoring its enduring legacy of environmental advocacy, stewardship, and protection of the Hudson River and New York s drinking water resources

This bill is a commemorative resolution that honors Riverkeeper for its 60th anniversary of protecting the Hudson River and New York's drinking water. It formally recognizes the organization's historical role in cleaning up pollution and its ongoing work to safeguard water quality and ecosystems. The resolution expresses the legislative body's gratitude for Riverkeeper's contributions and directs that a copy of the document be sent to the organization.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill honors Riverkeeper's legacy of protecting the Hudson River and water resources, affirming environmental stewardship.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

Track

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

J 2320: Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Riverkeeper and honoring its enduring legacy of environmental advocacy, stewardship, and protection of the Hudson River and New York s drinking water resources

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 60th anniversary of Riverkeeper, an organization dedicated to protecting the Hudson River and New York's drinking water. It honors the group's history of fighting pollution since 1966 and highlights its ongoing work to improve water quality and restore the river's ecosystem. The resolution does not change any laws or allocate funds but instead expresses the state's gratitude and commits to sending a copy of the document to Riverkeeper.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill honors Riverkeeper for protecting the Hudson River and water resources, affirming environmental stewardship without weakening regulations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

Track

passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

K 1250: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 3-9, 2026, as Drinking Water Week in the State of New York

This bill directs the Governor of New York to officially recognize May 3-9, 2026, as Drinking Water Week. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about the importance of safe drinking water and the organizations working to protect water sources. It specifically highlights the efforts of the American Water Works Association and the achievements of Paulla McCarthy, the first African American woman to own and operate a water bottling company in the state. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial proclamation to honor these contributions and encourage civic engagement with water safety issues.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes public awareness of safe drinking water and conservation efforts, aligning with environmental protection goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

Track

in committee · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 11029: Directs the commissioner to publicly publish an annual report on the environmental radiation surveillance program

Directs the commissioner to publicly publish an annual report on the environmental radiation surveillance program and analyze such report showing trends and cumulative impact, as well as notify other relevant agencies if contamination has exceeded EPA standards for maximum amounts of contamination allowed in drinking water or food.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates public reporting and analysis of environmental radiation surveillance to detect contamination exceeding EPA standards, strengthening environmental protection and transparency.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Environmental Justice

Track

passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9115: Relates to the management of PFAS in biosolids

Relates to the management of PFAS in biosolids in the state by requiring testing and reporting of certain groundwater, biosolids, and soil and establishing a moratorium on the sale and use of biosolids; establishes the PFAS agricultural response program and fund to assist farms found to have levels of PFAS contamination which exceed regulatory standards.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires PFAS testing, moratorium on contaminated biosolids, and funds cleanup to protect soil/water from pollution95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

Track

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 2, 2026

A 10138: Relates to the management of PFAS in biosolids

Relates to the management of PFAS in biosolids in the state by requiring testing and reporting of certain groundwater, biosolids, and soil and establishing a moratorium on the sale and use of biosolids; establishes the PFAS agricultural response program and fund to assist farms found to have levels of PFAS contamination which exceed regulatory standards.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires PFAS testing/reporting, moratorium on biosolids use, and establishes fund for contamination remediation - directly addresses pollution control95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

Track

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 28, 2026

S 8816: Provides for the restriction of substances in menstrual products

This bill prohibits the use of specific chemicals - including lead, mercury, formaldehyde, certain parabens, phthalates, and PFAS - in menstrual products sold in New York. It bans intentionally added restricted substances immediately and sets a 2029 deadline for establishing safe trace levels (below which products may still contain these chemicals). The law applies to all menstrual products distributed, sold, or offered for sale in New York, covering retail, wholesale, and promotional use. The Department of Health will set the trace-level thresholds within a year of the bill's effective date, with five-year reviews to potentially lower them.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans PFAS, phthalates, and other pollutants in products, reducing environmental contamination from these persistent chemicals in consumer goods.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

Track

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9662: Establishes a water and waste water treatment system capital fund

This bill creates a dedicated $200 million capital fund to support municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. The fund, established within the state comptroller's office, will receive money from the general fund and be used for capital projects like constructing, repairing, or upgrading water treatment systems. Municipalities statewide can apply for grants from this fund to finance these infrastructure improvements. The bill specifies that funds will be distributed through a grant program managed by the comptroller and tax commissioner, with payments made via state audit processes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $200M from general fund for municipal water infrastructure grants, advancing public service funding through dedicated budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates $200M fund for municipal water/wastewater infrastructure upgrades, directly supporting pollution control and environmental protection through improved treatment systems.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability State Budget Drinking Water

Track

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9325: Relates to the wastewater infrastructure and drinking water program

Establishes a wastewater infrastructure and drinking water program for the purpose of making payments toward the replacement and rehabilitation of existing local municipally-owned and funded drinking water, storm water and sanitary sewer systems.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds infrastructure upgrades for drinking water and wastewater systems, preventing pollution and protecting water resources per bill's purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

Track

passed · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 9073: Prohibits the sale of certain products that contain regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; and provides penalties for violations

Prohibits the sale of certain products that contain regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; requires manufacturers of products containing PFAS to provide notice of such fact to persons that offer the products for sale or distribution; provides penalties for violations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits PFAS-containing products, a known environmental pollutant, reducing contamination risks and strengthening pollution control measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

Track