New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09469

Introduced

1/6/26

Refer

1/6/26

Refer

1/7/26

Caption

Enacts the "CR clean water and sewer authority act" in relation to creating the CR clean water and sewer authority.

Impact

The enactment of A09469 would significantly impact state laws governing public authorities, particularly in how municipalities can partner with a new authority focused on water and sewage management. By forming this authority, local governments would gain a more streamlined framework for managing water infrastructure projects, allowing for improved efficiency and collaboration. Furthermore, the bill outlines financial mechanisms through which the authority can issue bonds to fund its initiatives, thereby facilitating investment in necessary infrastructure upgrades without immediate financial strain on the municipalities involved.

Summary

Bill A09469, known as the 'CR Clean Water and Sewer Authority Act', aims to create a new public benefit corporation, the CR Clean Water and Sewer Authority. This authority is intended to oversee and manage wastewater treatment and clean water initiatives within specific regions. The bill establishes definitions, governance structures, and processes for the authority, including provisions for its powers, bonding authority, and operational guidelines. Its introduction reflects a growing focus on improving standards for waste management and water quality in communities served by municipal systems.

Contention

However, the bill could face scrutiny and debate, especially regarding the implications for local control and existing governmental responsibilities. Critics may express concerns that establishing a new authority could dilute local governance over water management or create additional administrative layers that hinder prompt decision-making. Additionally, provisions related to the authority's bond issuance and financial independence might raise questions about accountability and transparency in public spending and resource allocation.

Companion Bills

NY S08846

Same As Enacts the "CR clean water and sewer authority act" in relation to creating the CR clean water and sewer authority.

Previously Filed As

NY S08846

Enacts the "CR clean water and sewer authority act" in relation to creating the CR clean water and sewer authority.

NY A09293

Authorizes the town of Wilton water and sewer authority to collect unpaid water bills through tax collections.

NY S04071

Includes stormwater in the definition of sewage for purposes of certain water, sewer, and water and sewer authorities; defines stormwater.

NY A07467

Includes stormwater in the definition of sewage for purposes of certain water, sewer, and water and sewer authorities; defines stormwater.

NY A11281

Authorizes the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding in state fiscal year two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven.

NY S07490

Authorizes the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding in state fiscal year two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven.

NY S106

Funds/Onslow Water and Sewer Authority

NY A08190

Establishes the pipeline investment for public environmental solutions program for the purpose of making payments toward the replacement and rehabilitation of existing local municipally-owned and funded drinking water, stormwater and sanitary sewer systems; makes such program eligible for funding from the Clean water, clean air and green jobs environmental bond act of 2022.

NY A04831

Authorizes local water and sewerage authorities to charge fees for surface runoff.

NY S308

Permanent Plates for Water & Sewer Authority

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