Bill > S01704

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to expand the options for the color of petroleum bulk storage tanks, specifically addressing shell and roof colors. The legislation allows tank owners to use white or beige/cream colors, or alternatively, use colors that limit volatile emissions to the same or greater extent as white or beige/cream, as determined by the Department of Environmental Conservation. The bill provides new definitions for "shell color" and "roof color" that focus on coatings that reduce volatile emissions, rather than just paint color and shade. It applies to aboveground tanks at facilities, requiring all tanks (even those not currently in active use) to comply with the new color requirements. The goal appears to be reducing air pollution from petroleum storage facilities by promoting tank colors and coatings that minimize the release of volatile emissions into the atmosphere. The changes provide tank owners with more flexibility in tank coloration while maintaining environmental protection standards.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1704