Bill > A02114

This bill aims to prohibit the sale of gasoline-powered leaf blowers and lawn mowers in the state of New York by January 1, 2027. Specifically, the bill requires the commissioner of environmental conservation to develop and implement rules and regulations that will effectively ban the retail sale of these gas-powered lawn care devices. The proposed legislation is part of a broader effort to reduce emissions from small gas-powered landscaping equipment, which are known to contribute to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. By setting a clear deadline of January 1, 2027, the bill provides manufacturers, retailers, and consumers with a transition period to adapt to the new requirements, potentially encouraging the adoption of electric or battery-powered alternatives for lawn maintenance equipment. The bill would amend the state's environmental conservation law by adding a new section that mandates this sales prohibition, and it is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2114