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NY A09047
NY A09047Prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution of polystyrene foam docks, buoys and floating structures in the state.
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Introduced
09/05/2025
09/05/2025
In Committee
09/05/2025
09/05/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to banning the use of polystyrene foam docks, buoys and floating structures
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or distribution of docks, buoys, and floating structures made from certain types of polystyrene materials, specifically expanded polystyrene foam, extruded polystyrene foam, and rigid polystyrene, beginning January 1, 2027. The bill provides detailed definitions for key terms, including buoys (floating markers attached to anchors), docks (unenclosed structures used for mooring boats or recreational activities), and floating structures (water-based structures supported by flotation and secured by pilings or anchors). The legislation defines different types of polystyrene materials, such as expanded polystyrene foam (a thermoplastic petrochemical material) and extruded polystyrene foam (manufactured through an extrusion process), with the goal of reducing the environmental impact of these materials in marine and water environments. By setting a future implementation date of January 2027, the bill provides manufacturers, sellers, and users time to transition to alternative materials for marine-related structures and equipment.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (12)
Anna Kelles (D)*,
William Colton (D),
Catalina Cruz (D),
Jeffrey Dinowitz (D),
Harvey Epstein (D),
Deborah Glick (D),
Jessica González-Rojas (D),
Ron Kim (D),
Dana Levenberg (D),
Steve Otis (D),
Sarahana Shrestha (D),
Jo Anne Simon (D),
Last Action
referred to environmental conservation (on 09/05/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9047 |
BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A09047&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A09047 |
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