NY S08830

Adds "disadvantaged community" definition to environmental conservation law, referencing the same definition in section 75-0101.

Requires environmental impact statements for proposed actions to include analysis of effects on disadvantaged communities, specifically whether the action may cause or increase disproportionate or inequitable pollution burdens.

Mandates that agencies consider whether proposed actions may cause or increase disproportionate burdens on disadvantaged communities when making initial determinations on whether environmental impact statements are needed.

Establishes new section 70-0118 prohibiting department from approving or renewing permits if the project may cause or contribute to disproportionate or inequitable pollution burdens on disadvantaged communities.

Requires the department to prepare an "existing burden report" when issuing permits for projects affecting disadvantaged communities, including baseline monitoring data and identification of existing pollution sources, air pollutants, traffic, noise, waste facilities, and cumulative health effects.