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NY A08596

NY A08596
Extends provisions relating to the establishment of the mercury thermostat collection act to January 1, 2027.


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Introduced
05/22/2025
In Committee
05/29/2025
Crossed Over
06/09/2025
Passed
08/07/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
08/07/2025

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend chapter 550 of the laws of 2013 amending the environmental conservation law relating to establishing the mercury thermostat collection act, in relation to the effectiveness thereof

AI Summary

This bill extends the effectiveness of the Mercury Thermostat Collection Act by modifying the expiration date from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2027. The Mercury Thermostat Collection Act is a law designed to manage the disposal and recycling of mercury thermostats, which contain toxic mercury that can pose environmental and health risks if not properly handled. By extending the act's effectiveness for an additional year, the bill ensures that the existing regulatory framework for mercury thermostat collection and disposal remains in place, allowing continued environmental protection and proper waste management strategies. The bill does not make substantive changes to the underlying law, but simply prolongs its operational period, giving more time for the implementation and potential refinement of mercury thermostat collection practices in New York State.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

signed chap.242 (on 08/07/2025)

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