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NY A10375
Bill
Status
5/4/2020
Primary Sponsor
Michael Norris
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AI Summary
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Requires a final siting permit for major renewable energy facilities to be approved by public referendum in the municipality where the facility is located, with approval by 51% of voters.
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Establishes referendum timeline of 30 to 60 days after the office's decision on the siting permit application.
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Defines "municipality" as a city or town located in New York State for purposes of the referendum requirement.
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Requires public referendum approval by 51% of voters before establishing or transferring build-ready sites, with written notice to affected municipalities at the earliest practicable time.
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Takes effect immediately, with provisions that amendments are repealed upon repeal of the underlying sections of executive law and public authorities law.
Legislative Description
Relates to requiring approval through public referendum in the municipality in which a major electric generating facility is intended to be located prior to final determination for a final siting permit.
Last Action
referred to energy
5/4/2020