Bill > S01733

This bill creates a new program within the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to help municipalities improve water quality in lakes managed by local lake associations. The program will involve three key components: first, working with municipalities to identify water quality issues in specific lakes; second, determining the most effective ways to address those concerns; and third, helping develop best practices for maintaining water quality. Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to provide financial assistance to municipalities for implementing water quality remediation actions in lakes managed by lake associations. The DEC will be authorized to create rules and regulations to implement this program, and the bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law. This legislation aims to provide targeted support for local water bodies by creating a collaborative approach between state agencies, municipalities, and lake associations to address water quality challenges.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1733