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NY A07567
Bill
Status
5/9/2019
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Fahy
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AI Summary
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Amends the Energy Law to require passenger vehicles purchased by New York State or its agencies to meet fuel economy standards, with applicability beginning in fiscal year 2020 (previously 1981).
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Directs the commissioner of energy to prioritize purchasing battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or zero-emission vehicles whenever practicable.
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Requires the commissioner to establish targets through regulation by July 1, 2020 for acquisition and use of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
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Mandates that by 2030, all passenger vehicles purchased by the state or its agencies must be zero-emission vehicles as defined in 6 NYCRR Part 218.
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Defines "battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle" as a four-wheeled motor vehicle rated at no more than 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight with an electronic motor that provides acceleration and draws electricity.
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioner of energy to adopt regulations increasing fuel economy standards for passenger vehicles purchased by or for the state or any agency or public authority thereof, and requires that by 2030 all such vehicles shall be battery, electric, plug-in hybrid electric or zero emission vehicles.
Last Action
referred to energy
1/8/2020