Bill > A08153

This bill establishes the New York Native Plants Program to conserve, promote, and enhance the native ecology of New York State by encouraging the use of native plants and ecological-friendly methods and materials on state and local land. The program aims to increase consumer awareness of the importance of native plants through advertising, marketing, and public information. The bill requires the use of native plants in greenspaces, except in certain cases, and encourages public-private partnerships to increase the availability of native plants. The bill also allows the Commissioner to offer rebates for the purchase of eligible New York native plants and provide guidance on appropriate site and soil analysis, plant selection, and landscaping practices.