The Mayor let this bill become law this week without a signature. The law requires tanks in stormwater flood-prone areas to be elevated at least 2 feet above ground and sets new building standards to prevent flooding damage. It also requires the Department of Buildings to publish flood risk information and guidance on its property portal so New Yorkers can see if their buildings are at risk.

The Mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without signing it. The law requires the Department of Transportation to plant trees and vegetation on new medians that separate bike lanes from car traffic, prioritizing trees while considering safety, infrastructure impacts, and maintenance plans.

A bill requiring faster catch basin cleanups became law this week after the mayor didn't sign it. Starting July 2026, the city must inspect catch basins based on flood risk and complaint history, then clear any clogs within 8 business days. The city will also report annually on which basins aren't being cleaned on time.

The mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without signing it. The law requires the FDNY to collect old firefighting gear containing PFAS chemicals (toxic 'forever chemicals' linked to health problems) starting January 2028, and swap it with safer equipment. The FDNY must also report annually on how much gear is collected and disposed of.

A bill to improve needle and syringe disposal became law this week after the Mayor let it pass unsigned. The law requires syringe service programs to give participants safe disposal containers and information about where to dispose of needles, and mandates the health department report every six months on collection efforts in public spaces.

The Housing and Buildings Committee held a hearing on this bill this week and laid it over for further consideration. The bill would require construction companies with sidewalk shed and scaffolding permits to repair or replace any city-owned trees they damage within six months, currently with no such requirement.

The city would study whether renewable diesel—a fuel made from plants and waste rather than petroleum—could replace regular heating oil in NYC buildings. The study would examine benefits, barriers like equipment compatibility and costs, and whether it helps the city meet climate goals, with a report due within one year.

This bill updates NYC's requirements for diesel fuel used in city vehicles, shifting from biodiesel blends to renewable diesel starting July 2026. Renewable diesel produces at least 60% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than standard diesel and will reduce the city's carbon footprint from its vehicle fleet.

This bill requires the NYC Department of Buildings to conduct final inspections of major solar energy projects (25+ kilowatts capacity) rather than allowing private inspectors to do it. Currently, most building projects use approved private agencies for final inspections, but solar projects would now require city inspectors to verify the work is safe and compliant before projects are completed.

This bill creates safety rules for home battery systems (like solar battery backups) by letting small systems skip strict remote monitoring if they meet safety standards, while speeding up permits for medium-sized systems. It also sets up an advisory board to help the city manage residential energy storage safely.

This bill would require large food service establishments and retail stores to donate excess edible food instead of throwing it away. It applies to chains and large individual locations (typically 7,000+ sq ft) and defines what qualifies as safe excess food that can be donated.

This bill creates designated overnight curbside parking spots for commercial vehicles in industrial areas, with priority parking for cleaner vehicles (hybrids, electric, natural gas). Trucks can park for at least 10 hours between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. The city must notify community boards and track usage through annual reports.

The Mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without signing it. The law requires buildings in flood-prone areas to elevate water tanks and related equipment at least 2 feet above ground to prevent damage from stormwater flooding. It also requires the Department of Buildings to publish flood risk information for each property and create guidance on flood-resistant construction.

The Mayor returned this bill unsigned this week, making it law automatically. The measure requires the city to plant trees and vegetation on new medians that separate bike lanes from car traffic, when feasible. The Department of Transportation must consult with Parks and other agencies to determine if planting is possible, prioritize trees, and maintain a public list of which medians have been planted.

The Mayor allowed this bill to become law this week without signing it. The law requires the Department of Environmental Protection to inspect catch basins on a risk-based schedule, clear clogged ones within 8 business days, and submit annual reports to track performance by neighborhood.

The Mayor returned this bill unsigned this week, and it became law automatically. The law requires the Fire Department to collect firefighting gear containing PFAS chemicals (toxic "forever chemicals" used in protective coatings) from firefighters starting in 2028, exchange it for safer equipment when possible, and report annually on progress. PFAS chemicals are linked to health risks and persist in the environment.

The City Council approved a pilot program this week to test power-washing machines for cleaning sidewalks in commercial areas. The Department of Sanitation must launch the program by April 2027 in at least one location per borough—each with at least 5 contiguous blocks—and report back by December 2027 on whether to expand it citywide.

The Housing and Buildings Committee held a hearing this week on a bill requiring construction permit holders to repair or replace city trees damaged by sidewalk sheds or scaffolding within six months. Currently, there's no requirement for contractors to fix trees harmed during construction—this bill would hold them financially responsible and set a deadline.

The City must study whether renewable diesel—a cleaner fuel made from plant and animal waste—could replace traditional heating oil in NYC buildings. The study will examine benefits, barriers like cost and equipment compatibility, and how it fits with the city's climate goals, with findings due in one year.

This bill requires NYC city agencies to switch from biodiesel blends to renewable diesel fuel starting July 2026. Renewable diesel has a lower carbon footprint than traditional diesel and meets stricter environmental standards. The change applies to all city-owned diesel vehicles and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the city's fleet.

This bill requires the Department of Buildings to conduct final inspections of major solar energy projects (25+ kilowatts) instead of allowing private approved agencies to do the work. It ensures city oversight of larger solar installations to verify they're safe and meet code requirements before operation.