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NY S08933
NY S08933Provides that on and after January 1, 2027, no person shall sell, offer for sale or manufacture in this state any photovoltaic modules containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances as intentionally added chemicals.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to prohibiting the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in photovoltaic modules
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or manufacture of photovoltaic modules, which are assemblies designed to generate electricity from sunlight, within the state if they intentionally contain perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that are persistent in the environment and have raised health concerns. This prohibition will take effect on January 1, 2027, and the relevant state department is authorized to create rules to enforce this new law, which defines "person" broadly to include individuals and various entities, and clarifies that "photovoltaic module" includes systems integrated into buildings or used for off-grid purposes, but excludes cells within consumer electronics.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION (on 01/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8933 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S08933&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S08933 |
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