New York bills · 2025 Regular Session

New York S 9637

Enacts the dark skies protection act

Introduced
In committee
Passed Senate
Passed House
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

Patricia Fahy (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the New York legislature

Regulates outdoor night lighting to preserve and enhance the state's dark sky.

Text versions

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

May 8, 2026 · Senate
PRINT NUMBER 9637A
May 8, 2026 · Senate
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Mar 31, 2026 · Senate
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION