Bill > A00216

This bill directs the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to establish two new programs to help private well users address PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination. The first program is an installation grant that provides one-time financial assistance of up to $5,000 for PFAS treatment equipment or up to $10,000 for connecting to a public water system. Eligible applicants include property owners, tenants, and occupants of residential properties, with the requirement that applicants must provide laboratory test results showing PFAS levels above the maximum contaminant level. The second program is a maintenance rebate that offers up to $1,500 to help property owners and tenants cover ongoing costs of maintaining PFAS treatment equipment. To qualify, applicants must submit documentation including equipment specifications, photo evidence of installation, and post-treatment water test results showing reduced PFAS levels. Both programs include provisions for public awareness, with the DEC required to publish information online and create educational materials to inform potential participants. The bill aims to help New York residents address the health risks associated with PFAS contamination in private well water by providing financial support for water treatment solutions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A216