S02638Introduced in the Senate
Prohibits proceeds from the auction or sale of carbon dioxide emission allowances pursuant to New York's participation in the regional greenhouse gas initiative (RGGI) from being transferred into the state general fund; provides that if such proceeds are transferred to the state general fund, they shall be used for the purposes directed by the RGGI.
Introduced by Rachel May, District 48
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Prohibits proceeds from the auction or sale of carbon dioxide emission allowances pursuant to New York's participation in the regional greenhouse gas initiative (RGGI) from being transferred into the state general fund; provides that if such proceeds are transferred to the state general fund, they shall be used for the purposes directed by the RGGI.
Where it stands
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
May 6, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Energy And Telecommunications Committee Vote · May 5, 2026
8
Yes
1
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mario Mattera | 2 | Yes |
| Kevin Parker | 21 | Yes |
| Brian Kavanagh | 27 | Yes |
| Michelle Hinchey | 41 | Yes |
| Rachel May | 48 | Yes |
| Mark Walczyk | 49 | No |
| Christopher Ryan | 50 | Yes |
| Thomas O'Mara | 58 | Yes |
| Kristen Gonzalez | 59 | Yes |
Bill history
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REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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