The New York Assembly joined the New York Senate today in passing a moratorium on drilling for natural gas in New York State. The measure now goes to Governor Paterson for signing. It is argued that the drilling for natural gas trapped in shale rock deposits would endanger groundwater supplies. The moratorium will help to accomplish several goals, including:
•Providing an extended period of time to study this new technology before permits are issued and drilling is allowed.
•Ensuring environmental experts and the public have time to review any proposed regulations and offer ways to make them stronger.
•Allocating enough time for the Legislature to review the DEC’s conclusions on the environmental impact of the gas drilling.
Showing posts with label New York State Legislation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New York State Legislation. Show all posts
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Recent New York Environmental Legislation
Chapter 494 Bill No. A8687B Rosenthal (MS) -- Prohibits the sale and use of wheel weights containing lead.
Chapter 485 Bill No. A2294 Thiele -- Relates to the taking of fish for commercial purposes.
Chapter 483 Bill No. A924E DelMonte (MS) -- Authorizes the department of environmental conservation to promulgate standards authorizing hunting with a crossbow; repealer.
Chapter 449 Bill No. A11178A Paulin -- Relates to the disposition of abandoned animals.
Chapter 485 Bill No. A2294 Thiele -- Relates to the taking of fish for commercial purposes.
Chapter 483 Bill No. A924E DelMonte (MS) -- Authorizes the department of environmental conservation to promulgate standards authorizing hunting with a crossbow; repealer.
Chapter 449 Bill No. A11178A Paulin -- Relates to the disposition of abandoned animals.
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