Bill > S05735

This bill establishes a temporary moratorium on the adoption or implementation of local laws, ordinances, rules, or regulations related to greenhouse gas emissions reductions in cities with a population of one million or more (which would primarily affect New York City). The moratorium specifically applies to laws that do not exempt industrial facilities producing 100% recycled paper products derived from covered buildings. The bill will take effect immediately but is considered to be in full force starting January 1, 2025, and will expire 270 days after the city adopts a new local law re-authorizing, modifying, or repealing Local Law 97 of 2019 (which originally set emission limits for buildings). The bill requires the mayor of the affected city to notify the legislative bill drafting commission when such a local law is adopted, ensuring an accurate record of state laws. This legislation appears to be targeting specific environmental regulations in New York City, providing a pause on certain greenhouse gas reduction initiatives while allowing for potential future modifications to existing emission laws.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5735