Requires zero-emission ferries for state and agency purchases from 2028; directs study on zero-emission tugboats and workboats.

The bill mandates that all ferries purchased by or for the state or any agency or public authority in any fiscal year starting April 1, 2028, must produce zero emissions. It also requires privately licensed ferries receiving state funding to be zero-emission. Additionally, the bill directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to conduct a feasibility study on transitioning certain workboats to zero-emission. The study will examine current infrastructure, revenue allocation options, and potential negative impacts of installing charging stations.

Requires zero-emission ferries for state and agency purchases from 2028; directs study on zero-emission tugboats and workboats.

The bill mandates that all ferries purchased by or for the state or any agency or public authority in any fiscal year starting April 1, 2028, must produce zero emissions. It also requires privately licensed ferries receiving state funding to be zero-emission. Additionally, the bill directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to conduct a feasibility study on transitioning certain workboats to zero-emission. The study will examine current infrastructure, revenue allocation options, and potential negative impacts of installing charging stations.