Bill > S03663

This bill directs the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) to initiate and complete the electrification of the Manhattan Cruise Terminal by December 31, 2029. Specifically, the NYCEDC must work with various state agencies, utilities, and authorities to install shore power capability, which allows cruise ships to turn off their engines and connect to land-based electrical power while docked, thereby reducing emissions. The bill requires the NYCEDC to conduct a competitive process to facilitate this electrification and mandates that the Department of Environmental Conservation subsequently establish regulations for shore power usage, including setting emission reduction requirements, excluding government and military vessels from these requirements, and establishing fines for non-compliance. The legislation will automatically expire on January 1, 2030, or when the electrification project is complete, with the NYCEDC required to notify the legislative bill drafting commission upon completion. The bill aims to reduce air pollution from cruise ships by providing them with a cleaner alternative to running onboard diesel generators while in port.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3663