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A 7282

Permits unvented attics and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies to be sealed with air-impermeable insulation in order to help attain building decarbonization goals

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John McDonald

Allows sealing of unvented attics and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies with air-impermeable insulation to advance building decarbonization.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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Bill Summary · A 7282

Summary of Bill A 7282 (New York)

Overview

Bill A 7282, introduced on March 24, 2025 and currently referred to the Governmental Operations committee, would authorize the sealing of unvented attics and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies using air-impermeable insulation. The primary aim is to support building decarbonization goals by enabling more airtight building envelopes where appropriate.

What the bill would do

  • Permit the sealing of unvented attics and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies with air-impermeable insulation as part of building envelope work.
  • Align insulation practices in these assemblies with decarbonization and energy-efficiency objectives.

Key provisions (as indicated by the bill’s description)

  • Change to insulation standards: The bill would allow, rather than prohibit, sealing of specific roof/ceiling assemblies with air-impermeable insulation in unvented configurations.
  • Scope: Applies to unvented attics and unvented enclosed rafter assemblies.

Note: The provided information does not include the full text of the bill, so details such as compliance methods, validation, moisture management, fire safety, or inspector requirements are not specified here.

Who would be affected

  • Builders, contractors, architects, and developers who work on residential and light-commercial projects involving attics and rafter assemblies.
  • Homeowners and property owners seeking energy efficiency improvements.
  • Building code officials, plan reviewers, and inspectors responsible for code compliance and enforcement.
  • Manufacturers and suppliers of insulation materials, particularly air-impermeable insulation products.

Procedural and timeline context

  • Introduced: March 24, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Governmental Operations (the committee responsible for legislation related to government operations and potentially building/energy policy).
  • Legislative actions recorded: The bill appears with two entries noting the same referral on March 24, 2025.
  • Related/proposed companion measures: S 9921 (prior-session), and S 5940 (companion), indicating cross-chamber alignment with Senate proposals.

Related bills

  • S 9921 (prior-session)
  • S 5940 (companion) — listed as companion in two entries, suggesting a Senate counterpart to A 7282.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Energy and decarbonization: By enabling airtight sealing in certain roof assemblies, the bill could support reduced energy losses and progress toward decarbonization goals.
  • Code and safety considerations: Full text is not provided; implementation would require alignment with moisture control, condensation risk, structural integrity, and fire safety standards in the applicable building codes.
  • Implementation timeline: If enacted, regulations or code amendments would likely follow to specify acceptable materials, installation methods, inspection criteria, and any performance requirements.

Next steps

  • Committee hearings and amendments in Governmental Operations.
  • floor consideration and potential passage in the Assembly.
  • Coordination with Senate counterpart (S 5940/S 9921) and potential negotiations for a final version.
  • If enacted, adoption of detailed guidelines and code amendments to govern practical implementation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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