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NY A07293
Bill
Status
Engrossed
5/11/2009
Primary Sponsor
Peter Abbate
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AI Summary
- Amends Public Buildings Law section 83 to require cool roof standards for new state buildings with flat roofs and substantial roof renovations of existing state buildings with flat roofs
- Cool roof requirements aim to increase solar reflectance and thermal emittance to minimize energy consumption and improve resource efficiency
- Mandates use of cool roofing materials and methods including inherently cool materials (white vinyl), coated roofs with white paint products, and green roofs with plant-based insulation cover
- Office of General Services must promulgate regulations establishing specific cool roof standards and procedures
- Takes effect on the same date as Chapter 380 of the Laws of 2009
Legislative Description
Authorizes the use of cool roofs on new construction or substantially renovated state-owned buildings; relates to establishing the state green building construction act.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
6/29/2010
Committee Referrals
Rules6/29/2010
Rules6/25/2010
Ways and Means5/11/2010
Energy1/6/2010
Energy and Telecommunications5/11/2009
Ways and Means4/21/2009
Energy3/27/2009
Full Bill Text
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