Relates to standards relating to hydrofluorocarbon substances
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Summary
The measure adds a new rule to the Environmental Conservation Law saying that any state regulations on hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) substances must not be stricter than the federal requirements in 40 C.F.R. Part 84 as of Oct 1 2025. It repeals any existing New York regulations that exceed those federal standards, while preserving the state’s ability to regulate greenhouse gases and run energy‑efficiency programs. The change takes effect immediately.
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