Bill > A06466

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to expand options for petroleum bulk storage tank colors, allowing tanks to have a shell and roof color of either white or beige/cream, or alternatively, a color that limits volatile emissions to the same or greater extent as white or beige/cream, as determined by the Department of Environmental Conservation. The bill clarifies definitions for "shell color" and "roof color" as any coating on the tank's sides or roof that reduces volatile emissions, and specifies that the color requirements apply to all aboveground tanks at a facility, regardless of whether they are actively in use for storage. By providing more flexibility in tank coloration while maintaining the goal of reducing air pollution, the legislation aims to give facility owners more choices in meeting environmental standards. The color requirements are designed to help minimize the release of volatile compounds from petroleum storage tanks, which can contribute to air quality issues and potential environmental and health risks.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6466