Bill > A01438

This bill establishes a zero-emission industrial trucks grant program to be administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) in conjunction with the Empire State Development Corporation. The program aims to provide financial incentives for businesses to purchase or lease zero-emission industrial trucks (Class I to III), which are vehicles that produce no pollutant or greenhouse gas emissions during operation. Eligible businesses can receive grants that will cover at least 10% of the cost of these trucks, with grant amounts determined based on vehicle type, energy source, and weight class. To qualify for the grants, the zero-emission trucks and their components must be produced or substantially manufactured in the United States, with final assembly also occurring within the U.S. or its territories. The program will be funded through annual legislative appropriations and potentially other sources like the clean energy fund, with grant awards contingent upon available funding. The primary goal is to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint by transitioning to environmentally friendly industrial truck technologies.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1438