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NY A06796
Bill
Status
3/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Philip Palmesano
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the state building code from banning fossil fuel combustion systems and equipment, including natural gas, propane, and fuel oil, in any new building construction statewide
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Extends protection to existing buildings, preventing bans on fossil fuel systems during renovations or when replacing existing equipment
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Amends Section 11-104 of the energy law by adding a new subdivision that overrides provisions in Section 11-103 related to building energy codes
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Prohibits the elimination of building systems or equipment used for the combustion of fossil fuels, including, natural gas, propane and fuel oil in new building construction.
Last Action
referred to energy
1/7/2026