New York S10381 mandates zero-emission ferries for state and agency purchases starting April 1, 2028, and directs NYSERDA to study transitioning.

New York S10381 amends the energy law to require all ferries purchased by the state or any agency or public authority to produce zero emissions starting April 1, 2028. It also directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to conduct a feasibility study on transitioning certain workboats to zero-emission. The study will examine current infrastructure, revenue allocation options, future movement of commercial goods, safety implications, and potential negative impacts of installing charging stations. The bill defines terms such as "zero-emission" and "workboats.

New York S10381 mandates zero-emission ferries for state and agency purchases starting April 1, 2028, and directs NYSERDA to study transitioning.

New York S10381 amends the energy law to require all ferries purchased by the state or any agency or public authority to produce zero emissions starting April 1, 2028. It also directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to conduct a feasibility study on transitioning certain workboats to zero-emission. The study will examine current infrastructure, revenue allocation options, future movement of commercial goods, safety implications, and potential negative impacts of installing charging stations. The bill defines terms such as "zero-emission" and "workboats.