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NY A09603

NY A09603
Authorizes the state to convey certain forest preserve land; provides such sale shall be subject to legislative approval and the proceeds of such conveyance shall be used for acquisitions to the forest preserve.


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Introduced
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION OF THE SENATE AND ASSEMBLY proposing an amendment to section 1 of article 14 of the constitution, in relation to authorizing the sale of certain forest preserve land which was not intended to be included in the forest preserve

AI Summary

This bill proposes an amendment to the state constitution to allow the state to sell approximately ninety-two acres of forest preserve land in Brighton, Franklin County, which includes land developed as a private tuberculosis hospital, a private college annex, and a state prison. The sale, which would be subject to legislative approval before any transfer of title, would require that any revenue generated be deposited into a state account dedicated solely to acquiring new lands for the forest preserve. Additionally, the town of Brighton would retain water rights on the conveyed property to establish a water district to supply potable water to residents affected by road salt contamination in their existing wells.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

opinion referred to judiciary (on 02/18/2026)

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