Bill > A10483

This bill allows the state's environmental conservation department to enter into agreements, such as leases or easements, on lands designated for reforestation. These agreements would permit the development of renewable energy installations, like solar and wind power, and the transmission of electricity generated from them, even if it contradicts existing rules in the public lands law. The key condition is that these renewable energy activities must not interfere with the original purpose of the reforestation areas, which is to preserve forests as mandated by the New York State Constitution. Any such agreements will be publicly recorded and made available online by the office of general services.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A10483