Bill > A08311

This bill permits utility corporations to enter into agreements with municipalities and private landowners for the development of multi-use trails, called "powerline trails," in electric utility corridors. The bill requires utility corporations to provide information on their websites about potential powerline trail locations and contacts to facilitate trail construction. It also mandates coordination with the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation to minimize impacts on threatened and endangered species and habitats of conservation concern during trail design and construction. The bill clarifies that utility corporations and landowners are not required to allow trails on their property.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A8311