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NY A02512
Bill
Status
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Harvey Epstein
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AI Summary
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Creates a new Chief Sustainability Officer position appointed by the governor to coordinate climate change mitigation and sustainability efforts across all state agencies
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Requires the officer to review and propose amendments to state agency rules and regulations to help mitigate climate change impacts and promote sustainability
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Directs coordination of energy and environmental policy across key agencies including the Office of General Services, NYSERDA, Department of Environmental Conservation, and Department of State
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Tasks the officer with improving state facility and vehicle fleet efficiency, promoting energy-efficient technologies, and modernizing state operations
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Designates the officer as New York's representative to the U.S. Climate Alliance and coordinator for implementation of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
Legislative Description
Establishes a chief sustainability officer to coordinate efforts across state agencies and other state government entities to address climate change mitigation and climate sustainability efforts.
Last Action
enacting clause stricken
12/8/2025