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NY S08836
NY S08836Provides that the assignment, transfer, or modification of leases for exploration, development, and production of gas or oil in state forests, reforestation areas and wildlife management areas shall not allow expansion or extension of such provisions.
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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, relating to certain leases relating to the exploration, development, and production of gas or oil in state forests, reforestation areas and wildlife management areas
AI Summary
This bill amends environmental conservation law to clarify that any assignment, transfer, or modification of existing leases for exploring, developing, or producing gas or oil in state forests, reforestation areas, wildlife management areas, and unique areas, which were in effect before a specific date in 2025, will not permit an increase in the leased acreage, the expansion of existing wells, the drilling of new wells, or the construction of new infrastructure for gas or oil operations, except for activities related to plugging old wells and remediation. Furthermore, these existing leases will not be allowed to be continued or renewed after they expire.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to environmental conservation (on 02/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8836 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S08836&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S08836 |
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