New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S02285

Introduced
1/16/25  
Refer
1/16/25  

Caption

Requires the establishment of a composting program at the state university of New York, the city university of New York and institutions subject to the jurisdiction of SUNY or CUNY.

Summary

Bill S02285 seeks to amend the education law in New York to require the State University of New York (SUNY) and the City University of New York (CUNY) to establish composting programs on their campuses. The bill mandates that each institution collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to encourage the development of these programs, which will focus on composting various types of organic waste, including food scraps and plant trimmings. The bill outlines specific considerations for the trustees of both university systems, including the provision of information on proper waste separation, availability of collection services, evaluation of program effectiveness, and benchmarks for assessing progress.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will have a significant impact on state laws regarding waste management and sustainability practices within higher education institutions. It will require SUNY and CUNY to implement composting programs, which may lead to a reduction in landfill waste and promote environmental responsibility among students and faculty. The bill will also necessitate updates to existing policies and practices within these institutions to accommodate the new composting requirements.

Sentiment

The general sentiment around Bill S02285 appears to be positive, as it aligns with growing environmental concerns and sustainability initiatives within educational institutions. Discussions indicate a recognition of the importance of composting in reducing waste and promoting ecological awareness among students. However, there may be some concerns regarding the implementation logistics and costs associated with establishing these programs.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the practicality of implementing composting programs on campuses, particularly concerning the availability of resources for collection and transportation of compostable waste. Some stakeholders may express concerns about the financial implications of establishing these programs, while others may advocate for the environmental benefits and educational opportunities they present. The balance between environmental goals and budgetary constraints could be a focal point of debate.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A03249

Requires the establishment of a composting program at the state university of New York, the city university of New York and institutions subject to the jurisdiction of SUNY or CUNY.

NY S09684

Requires the trustees of The State University of New York to develop a SUNY-wide zero waste action plan.

NY S09536

Establishes a community garden grant program for all state university of New York and city university of New York campuses.

NY A07927

Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to examine and conduct a study on the availability of campus services, programs and resources for veteran students.

NY S09522

Authorizes farmers' markets to operate on all state university of New York and city university of New York campuses.

NY A09175

Requires each institution within the state university of New York and the city university of New York offering in-person student instruction to have at least one vending machine making emergency contraception available for purchase.

NY A06001

Requires that the state university of New York's board of trustees and the city university of New York's board of trustees shall each adopt a policy requiring all state university of New York, city university of New York, college, and community college campuses that offer membership programs to the general public for the use of fitness and aquatic facilities, to permit disabled veterans to obtain a membership for the use of fitness and aquatic facilities upon the same terms and conditions as apply to the general public, but without payment of any fees or other charges, or at a discounted rate; defines "disabled veteran".

NY S07784

Requires that the state university of New York's board of trustees and the city university of New York's board of trustees shall each adopt a policy requiring all state university of New York, city university of New York, college, and community college campuses that offer membership programs to the general public for the use of fitness and aquatic facilities, to permit disabled veterans to obtain a membership for the use of fitness and aquatic facilities upon the same terms and conditions as apply to the general public, but without payment of any fees or other charges, or at a discounted rate; defines "disabled veteran".

NY A08033

Requires the city university of New York and state university of New York have education programs for prospective teachers, administrators, and counselors for teaching immigrant-origin students that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion, and is multilingual.

NY A11317

Authorizes the trustees of the state university of New York to lease and contract to make available certain land on the SUNY Stony Brook campus

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.