New York : 2025-2026 Regular Session : BILL S04030
Directs the department of environmental conservation to promulgate air quality standards for emissions of certain toxic air contaminants.
Sponsor: Sen Nathalia Fernandez & Sen Robert Jackson & Sen Lea Webb
Bill Details
Directs the department of environmental conservation to promulgate air quality standards for emissions of certain toxic air contaminants.
Bill summary
This bill, designated as S04030, proposes amendments to the Environmental Conservation Law in New York regarding air quality standards for emissions of certain toxic air contaminants. Its primary focus is to establish ambient air quality standards for specific toxic air pollutants, including benzene, formaldehyde, vinyl chloride, polychlorinated dibenzodioxins, polychlorinated dibenzofurans, trichloroethylene, and mercury.
Key Provisions:
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Definitions: The bill provides specific definitions for key terms, including "adjacent to," "disadvantaged community," "fenceline," "major source," and "toxic air contaminant."
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Standard Promulgation: The New York Department of Environmental Conservation is mandated to promulgate ambient air quality standards for the identified toxic air contaminants by December 31, 2027. These standards may vary in frequency and be based on the best available scientific data concerning the health risks of each contaminant.
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Incorporation into Permits: Starting January 1, 2028, the department is required to incorporate the established toxic air contaminants into each major source permit.
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Fenceline Monitoring Regulations: The department must establish regulations for fenceline monitoring of toxic air contaminants for major sources by December 31, 2027. These regulations must consider the existing air quality and proximity to disadvantaged communities.
The bill outlines a clear framework for addressing toxic air emissions and emphasizes health considerations in establishing air quality standards. The proposed enactment will take effect 90 days after becoming law.
History
The bill S04030, titled "Directs the department of environmental conservation to promulgate air quality standards for emissions of certain toxic air contaminants," began its legislative journey in January 2025 when it was referred to the Environmental Conservation Committee. It successfully passed through several stages, including multiple reports and readings, and was ultimately passed by the Senate on April 22, 2025. Following its passage, the bill was delivered to the Assembly, where it has again been referred to the Environmental Conservation Committee.
Next, the bill will need to go through the Assembly's committee process, where it will be reviewed, discussed, and possibly amended. After that, it must pass a vote in the Assembly before it can be sent for final approval, which typically involves a vote by the full Assembly followed by a possible signature from the governor to become law. The timeline for this could vary based on the committee's agenda and other legislative priorities.
- Fri 31 Jan 2025 REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
- Tue 11 Feb 2025 1ST REPORT CAL.330
- Wed 12 Feb 2025 2ND REPORT CAL.
- Mon 24 Feb 2025 ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
- Tue 22 Apr 2025 PASSED SENATE
- Tue 22 Apr 2025 DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY
- Tue 22 Apr 2025 referred to environmental conservation
Supplementary documents
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