Bill > A01705

This bill amends the New York State environmental conservation law to expand the definition of "rechargeable battery" to explicitly include batteries used in bicycles with electric assist. Currently, the law defines rechargeable batteries as certain types of batteries weighing less than 25 pounds, excluding batteries used as the primary power source for vehicles like automobiles or golf carts. The bill specifically adds that batteries designed for use in electric bicycles (as defined in the vehicle and traffic law) will now be considered rechargeable batteries under the recycling program. This change means that batteries for electric bicycles will now be subject to the state's rechargeable battery recycling requirements, which likely include proper collection and recycling procedures. The amendment aims to ensure that these increasingly popular electric bicycle batteries are responsibly recycled, reducing potential environmental waste. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law, providing a short transition period for implementation.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1705