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S 2066

Relates to notices of violation of the city of New York's solid waste recycling laws

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Liu

S 2066 - Notices of Violation for NYC Solid Waste Recycling Laws OverviewBill Number: S 2066 Title: Relates to notices of violation of the city of New York's solid waste recycling

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Bill Summary · S 2066

S 2066 - Notices of Violation for NYC Solid Waste Recycling Laws

Overview

Bill Number: S 2066
Title: Relates to notices of violation of the city of New York's solid waste recycling laws
Status: REFERRED TO CITIES 1
Introduced: June 12, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to improve enforcement of New York City's solid waste recycling laws by establishing new requirements for issuing and processing notices of violation. The goal is to increase compliance with recycling mandates and reduce the amount of recyclable materials ending up in landfills.

Key Provisions

  • Requires the Department of Sanitation to issue a written notice of violation to any person or entity found to be in violation of NYC's recycling laws
  • Specifies that the notice must include details on the nature of the violation, the applicable law or regulation, and instructions for how to contest the violation
  • Mandates that the department maintain a public database of all issued notices of violation, including the status of any appeals or resolutions
  • Establishes a 30-day window for recipients to contest a notice before it is considered final
  • Directs the department to develop a system for tracking and following up on unresolved violations

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would impact all individuals, businesses, and organizations within New York City that are subject to the city's solid waste recycling requirements. By improving enforcement and transparency around violations, it aims to drive higher recycling compliance and reduce the environmental impact of improper waste disposal.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

S 2066 has been referred to the New York State Senate Committee on Cities, the first step in the legislative process. If approved by the committee, the bill would then proceed to a full Senate vote. Given the bill's focus on municipal recycling laws, it may also require review and approval from the New York City Council before becoming law. The timeline for potential passage and implementation remains uncertain at this stage.

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

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