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NY A04003

NY A04003
Prohibits 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
In Committee
02/13/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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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