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NY A00224
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
William Magnarelli
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AI Summary
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Directs the Commissioner of Transportation to conduct a study on airborne ultrafine particles (UFPs), defined as particles with diameters of 100 nanometers or less
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Requires analysis of UFP impacts from major New York airports including JFK, LaGuardia, Buffalo Niagara, Syracuse Hancock, Greater Rochester, and Albany International airports
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Study must examine UFP characteristics including spatial and temporal distribution, primary sources, health effects (heart and lung diseases, asthma, nervous system disorders), and exposure risks for vulnerable populations
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Requires identification of emission reduction measures, including sustainable aviation fuels, and assessment of mitigation effectiveness
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Commissioner must coordinate with Environmental Conservation and Health departments and submit findings and recommendations to the Governor and Legislature within two years of enactment
Legislative Description
Authorizes the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study relating to airborne ultrafine particles; analyzes the impacts of certain large hub commercial airports on airborne ultrafine particles; analyzes the characteristics of such particles; identifies effectiveness of mitigation measures.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026