Requires Richmond County to establish a hazards annex for certain energy storage facilities.

New York A00277 mandates Richmond County to create a hazards annex for its emergency management plan, specifically for fixed energy storage facilities housing lithium-ion batteries. This is to ensure preparedness for potential dangers like high-temperature chemical fires. The annex must be established within two years of the bill's effective date. Additionally, the bill requires joint inspections by the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and the Department of Environmental Conservation before any permits are.

Requires Richmond County to establish a hazards annex for certain energy storage facilities.

New York A00277 mandates Richmond County to create a hazards annex for its emergency management plan, specifically for fixed energy storage facilities housing lithium-ion batteries. This is to ensure preparedness for potential dangers like high-temperature chemical fires. The annex must be established within two years of the bill's effective date. Additionally, the bill requires joint inspections by the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and the Department of Environmental Conservation before any permits are.