Require Online Alerts for Oil Spills in NYC
In committee as of May 4, 2026Under review by an assigned committee.
✦ Plain-Language Summary
This law would require the city to publicly post information about oil spills and releases on the websites of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Office of Emergency Management. New Yorkers would be able to quickly find out if an oil release has occurred in their area. This helps residents stay informed about environmental hazards that could affect their health, water, or neighborhood.
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Details
- Introduced
- Mar 10, 2026
- Body
- Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts
- Type
- Introduction
- Status
- Committee
Official Description
This bill would require the Department of Environmental Protection and the Office of Emergency Management to post on their websites information about the release of oil.