Bill > A05147

This bill establishes a Green New Deal for New York task force charged with developing a comprehensive plan to transform New York's economy to become greenhouse gas emissions neutral by 2030. The 19-member task force, composed of state officials, legislative appointees, and representatives from labor and the private sector, will create a detailed statewide economic mobilization strategy focused on dramatically reducing carbon emissions, investing in renewable energy, upgrading infrastructure, and promoting environmental and economic justice. The task force must hold at least five public hearings across different regions of the state and submit a preliminary report by September 1, 2023, with a complete plan and draft legislation due by January 1, 2026. The plan's key objectives include transitioning to 100% renewable energy, upgrading buildings and transportation systems, eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from various sectors, and ensuring a "just transition" that provides job opportunities, training, and economic support for workers and communities most affected by climate change. The bill recognizes the urgent need to address climate change, its disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities, and the potential to create millions of high-quality jobs while promoting economic equality. The task force is required to develop innovative financing mechanisms, potentially including public banks and venture funds, to support the plan's implementation, with the ultimate goal of making New York a global leader in climate action.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5147