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NY A01541

NY A01541
Restricts operation of diesel powered electrical generation systems in areas identified as not meeting certain federal air quality standards for ozone; provides limited exceptions for use.


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Introduced
01/11/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to restricting the operation of diesel powered electrical generation systems in areas identified as not meeting certain federal air quality standards for ozone

AI Summary

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to restrict the operation of diesel-powered electrical generation systems in areas identified as not meeting certain federal air quality standards for ozone. The bill provides limited exceptions, allowing the use of diesel combustion facilities with a generating capacity of less than 100 kilowatts, facilities that comply with or exceed emission standards for particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, emergency backup systems during power outages, and facilities that use cogeneration technology to utilize waste heat.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

referred to environmental conservation (on 01/05/2022)

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