S01690Introduced in the Senate
Establishes the New York native plants program to conserve, promote, and enhance the native ecology of New York state by encouraging the use of native plants and ecological-friendly methods and materials on state and local land.
Introduced by Rachel May, District 48
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Establishes the New York native plants program to conserve, promote, and enhance the native ecology of New York state by encouraging the use of native plants and ecological-friendly methods and materials on state and local land.
Where it stands
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
May 20, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Environmental Conservation Committee Vote · May 20, 2026
11
Yes
0
No
0
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Palumbo | 1 | Yes |
| Siela Bynoe | 6 | Yes |
| Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | 9 | Yes |
| Brian Kavanagh | 27 | Yes |
| Jose Serrano | 29 | Yes |
| Peter Harckham | 40 | Yes |
| Michelle Hinchey | 41 | Yes |
| Daniel Stec | 45 | Yes |
| Patricia Fahy | 46 | Yes |
| Erik Bottcher | 47 | Yes |
Bill history
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
PRINT NUMBER 1690A
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
PRINT NUMBER 1690B
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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