NY A09862

Adds definition of "landowner" to Public Service Law Section 120 to include any holder of rights, title, interest, lien, charge or encumbrance in real property subject to a proposed fuel gas transmission line site or right of way.

Requires notice to landowners by certified mail for fuel gas transmission line applications under 5 miles (subdivision 2) and under 10 miles (subdivision 3), with clear explanation of how to file notice of intent to be party to proceedings within 30 days of published filing date.

Adds landowners as required recipients of service copies for major facility applications under Section 122, requiring certified mail notice with explanation of participation procedures and 30-day filing deadline.

Establishes specific factors for Commission to consider when determining environmental impact on agricultural lands: viability of active farming, irreversible commitments of agricultural resources, and availability of alternative locations avoiding designated high-quality mineral or organic soil groups.

Changes reference in Section 122 from "commissioner of commerce" to "commissioner of economic development" for notice requirements.