Vote: Floor vote
NY SenateMay 28, 2026Result: passed
(38) (22) (0) (3)
Senate bill · S6882 (2025-26)
Relates to carport-mounted solar energy system siting
Latest action May 28, 2026
New York State Senate
Same as A217, the matching bill in the Assembly.
Summary
Prohibits local governments from prohibiting the construction, installation, or operation of carport-mounted solar energy systems with a nameplate capacity of five megawatts or less, in any non-residential zoning district or mixed commercial and residential zoning district of any such city, town or village, provided however, if the zoning district is a certified agricultural district the agricultural impacts of the projects shall be minimized to the extent practicable.
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Amends the General Municipal Law.
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Purpose, from the sponsor's memo
Establishes legislative intent to encourage development of solar energy systems and provides regulations for application of systems with regard to local government zoning laws. Construction and installation of commu- nity solar projects shall not be prohibited by local zoning ordinances under certain circumstances.
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Where it stands
Passed one of the two chambers; it still needs the other.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Energy · New York State Assembly
Also referred to Energy And Telecommunications · New York State Senate.
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The sponsor's argument
Why Pete Harckham says this is needed
With over 5,500 MW of photovoltaics currently installed, New York State is a leader in solar energy production. In order to meet the ambitious goals set by the CLCPA, it is imperative that New York communities continue to invest in solar infrastructure. Increasing the development of solar energy projects will benefit public health by reducing harmful emissions from fossil fuel power plants, diversify regional and state energy supply, and create economic benefits through new jobs. The misconception of solar projects taking over valuable real estate has been disproved by the resourceful use of rooftops and vehicle parking lots, and other areas that would otherwise be neglected. Community energy projects provide an affordable way for New Yorkers to participate in clean energy. Community solar projects are installed at an offsite location, and many credit the subscribers' electric bill for the clean energy produced. This legislation would diminish obstacles to developing renewable energy projects and bring the State of New York closer to its clean energy goals.
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Recorded votes
Vote: Committee vote · Energy And Telecommunications
Senate Energy And TelecommunicationsApr 28, 2026Result: passed
(6) (3) (0) (0)
Full history
- May 28, 2026
Sent to the executive
DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY
NY Senate
- May 28, 2026
Passed a chamber
PASSED SENATE
NY Senate
- May 28, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY
NY Assembly
- May 4, 2026
Advanced to Third Reading
ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
NY Senate
- Apr 29, 2026
2ND Report CAL.
2ND REPORT CAL.
NY Senate
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- Apr 28, 2026
1ST Report CAL.866
1ST REPORT CAL.866
NY Senate
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY
NY Assembly
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
NY Senate
- Mar 26, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
NY Senate
- Jan 8, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY
NY Assembly