Bill > S06221

This bill amends the New York State education law to provide additional building aid for school districts investing in zero-emission school bus infrastructure from the base year through the 2034-2035 school year. Specifically, the bill defines two key terms: "incremental zero-emission school bus storage costs" and "incremental customer-owned make-ready costs." These terms cover additional expenses related to adapting bus facilities for zero-emission vehicles, such as modifying garages, installing charging systems, and preparing sites for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The bill authorizes the commissioner of education to provide extra building aid to school districts for these approved expenditures, as long as the costs are not already reimbursed by other state or federal sources or by electric corporations. The aid will equal the actual approved incremental costs incurred during this period, helping school districts offset the higher upfront expenses associated with transitioning to zero-emission school buses. This legislation supports New York's efforts to reduce transportation-related emissions in the public school system by making it financially more feasible for districts to invest in clean energy transportation.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6221