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NY A09524
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jo Simon
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AI Summary
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Creates a Chief Sustainability Officer position appointed by the Governor to coordinate climate change mitigation and sustainability efforts across all New York state agencies
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Grants the officer authority to review state agency rules and regulations and propose amendments to help mitigate climate change impacts
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Assigns responsibility for coordinating state facility and vehicle fleet efficiency improvements, energy-efficient technology adoption, and facility modernization
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Requires the officer to represent New York at the U.S. Climate Alliance and other national/international climate organizations, and serve as state coordinator for implementing the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
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Mandates all state agencies cooperate with the Chief Sustainability Officer; takes effect January 1 following enactment
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
reported referred to ways and means
2/25/2026