New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09429

Introduced
12/19/25  
Refer
12/19/25  
Refer
1/7/26  
Report Pass
5/5/26  

Caption

Directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the commissioner of the office of general services, to conduct a study on the use of solid antimicrobial materials for touch surfaces in the construction of public buildings.

Impact

This bill could have significant implications for state laws surrounding building standards and public health policies. By requiring a thorough investigation into the benefits and costs associated with solid antimicrobial materials, A09429 aims to inform potential legislative changes that enhance health safety in public environments. If effective materials are identified, it could lead to policy recommendations that encourage or even mandate the use of these materials in state construction projects, thereby affecting future public building designs across New York State.

Summary

Bill A09429 directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the commissioner of the office of general services, to conduct a comprehensive study on the use of solid antimicrobial materials for touch surfaces in the construction of public buildings. This undertaking reflects a growing concern for infection control in public facilities, particularly in light of recent health crises that highlight the need for enhanced hygiene measures in high-contact areas. The bill outlines specific areas of focus for the study, including the identification of various solid antimicrobial materials, their effectiveness at reducing disease transmission, and the feasibility of their implementation in public buildings.

Contention

Although the bill seems to be proactive in promoting public health, there may be points of contention regarding the costs of implementing these antimicrobial materials. Some stakeholders might argue about the financial burden on state budgets or local municipalities, which could oppose mandatory applicability. Moreover, there could be debates on the selection of specific materials, as some may raise environmental concerns or availability issues. Ensuring that the recommendations from the study do not inadvertently lead to increased public spending will be crucial in the dialogue surrounding this bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A10170

Directs the commissioner of education, in consultation with the office of fire prevention and control, to develop model curriculum related to fire science for use by public high schools and boards of cooperative educational services throughout the state.

NY A08027

Directs the commissioner of corrections and community supervision, in consultation with the commissioner of mental health, to make mental health counseling available to all correction officers and civilian staff in correctional facilities.

NY S08061

Directs the commissioner of corrections and community supervision, in consultation with the commissioner of mental health, to make mental health counseling available to all correction officers and civilian staff in correctional facilities.

NY S08000

Directs state agencies to adopt an embodied carbon decarbonization program; requires the office of general services to continue to issue operational directives and guidance for common construction materials to reduce the amount of embodied carbon in such materials.

NY A08202

Directs state agencies to adopt an embodied carbon decarbonization program; requires the office of general services to issue operational directives and guidance for common construction materials to reduce the amount of embodied carbon in such materials.

NY A10167

Directs the commissioner of education, in consultation with the board of regents, to establish and develop a curriculum on healthy relationship building skills; provides that such curriculum shall be by grades and focus on different issues and understandings of healthy relationships.

NY A05918

Directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a plan to develop mixed-use commercial and residential property on a certain portion of the Harriman campus; directs such plan to be completed and made available for public comment no later than 180 days after the effective date; directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a master plan for the redesign of the Harriman campus; directs that such plan be completed and made available for public comment no later than one year after the effective date.

NY S01613

Directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a plan to develop mixed-use commercial and residential property on a certain portion of the Harriman campus; directs such plan to be completed and made available for public comment no later than 180 days after the effective date; directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a master plan for the redesign of the Harriman campus; directs that such plan be completed and made available for public comment no later than one year after the effective date.

NY A08031

Requires the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioner of agriculture and markets, commissioner of health and the commissioner of environmental conservation, to develop instructional tools and materials for occupations at high-risk of tick exposures; requires such materials to provide information on the identification of ticks and tick removal, and protection from tick bites; requires such materials to be available to high-risk employers and employees at no charge.

NY S07651

Requires the commissioner of labor, in consultation with the commissioner of health and the commissioner of environmental conservation, to develop instructional tools and materials for industries at high-risk for occupational tick exposures; requires such materials to provide information on the identification of ticks and tick removal, and protection from tick bites; requires such materials to be available to high-risk employers and employees at no charge.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.