Bill > S06316

This bill requires waste haulers (companies licensed to transport solid waste) to provide customers with detailed cost information when offering waste removal services. Specifically, waste haulers must inform customers of an estimated cost range before performing services, provide a full cost invoice immediately after completing the service, and issue an itemized receipt after payment. The bill defines key terms like "estimated full cost" as a good faith price projection and "full cost" as the total price including all service charges and fees. For violations of these requirements, waste haulers will face civil penalties of up to $500 for a first offense and up to $2,500 for subsequent violations. Importantly, all penalties collected under this new regulation will be deposited into the state's environmental protection fund, which supports various environmental conservation and protection initiatives. The law aims to increase transparency in waste removal pricing and ensure customers have clear, upfront information about the services they are purchasing.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6316