New York Consolidated Laws, Environmental Conservation Law - ENV § 27-2117. Phase-out of mercury-added components in motor vehicles.

1. Commencing with the motor vehicle model year for the fourth year after the calendar year in which this subdivision takes effect, no manufacturer shall equip any motor vehicle sold in this state with any mercury-added component.

2. Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision one of this section, a motor vehicle may be equipped with a mercury-added component which is necessary to comply with federal or state safety or health requirements, or for the purposes of national security, provided that the manufacturer applies for and receives an exemption from the commissioner.

3. If granted an exemption, every motor vehicle that is equipped with a mercury-added component shall be labeled by the manufacturer as required in subdivision 3 of section 27-2103 of this title.