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NY A02076

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2025

Primary Sponsor

Linda Rosenthal

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Public Housing to conduct a study identifying gaps in the market for energy-efficient appliances, construction materials, and mechanical systems for use in public housing and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) renovations

  • Mandates that technologies meet international passive house standards, including space heating/cooling demand not exceeding 15 kilowatt hours per square meter annually and total domestic energy use not exceeding 60 kilowatt hours per square meter annually

  • Directs development of standardized lists of energy-efficient products including heating/cooling systems, solar photovoltaic technology, mass timber products, and prefabricated components to reduce carbon footprints in public housing

  • Requires the commissioner to publish study results within one year and procurement/proposal plans within 100 days thereafter, with agencies taking immediate implementation steps within their appropriations

  • Establishes biennial reporting to the legislature on the progress, impact, and cost-effectiveness of green procurement practices implemented under this program

Legislative Description

Enacts the "New York state green new deal for public housing act", which commissions a study to assist the state of New York in reaching its climate goals.

Last Action

referred to housing

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Housing1/15/2025

Full Bill Text

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