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NY A04003
NY A04003Prohibits the lease of state forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas and unique areas for the purpose of gas and oil production.
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Introduced
02/08/2023
02/08/2023
In Committee
02/13/2024
02/13/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to prohibiting the lease of state forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas and unique areas for gas and oil production
AI Summary
This bill amends the Environmental Conservation Law to prohibit the lease of state forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas, and unique areas for the purpose of gas and oil production. The existing law allowed for the exploration, development, and production of gas and oil in certain state-owned lands, but this bill specifically excludes these protected natural areas from such activities.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
amended on third reading (t) 4003a (on 04/02/2024)
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