Bill > A04133

This bill amends the Environmental Conservation Law to expand the penalties for violations of environmental regulations. Specifically, the bill increases the enforcement options for regulatory agencies when individuals or entities violate environmental rules, permits, or orders. Under the proposed changes, in addition to existing civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation and an additional $1,000 for each day a violation continues, regulators can now also take additional actions such as enjoining (legally preventing) the continued violation, revoking or suspending the violator's permits or certificates, and denying pending permit or certificate renewal applications. The bill maintains the requirement that any civil penalties, injunctive relief, or permit actions must be assessed after providing the alleged violator an opportunity to be heard or a formal hearing. These expanded enforcement mechanisms are intended to provide environmental regulators with more comprehensive tools to ensure compliance with environmental conservation laws and regulations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4133