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NY A02365
Bill
Status
1/25/2023
Primary Sponsor
Michael Norris
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AI Summary
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Requires a public referendum in the municipality where a major renewable energy facility is proposed before a final siting permit can be issued by the state office.
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Referendum must be held within 30-60 days after the office's decision and requires approval from at least 51% of voters in that municipality.
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Applies the same referendum requirement to the establishment and transfer of "build-ready sites" for renewable energy facilities, with the same 51% voter approval threshold.
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Defines "municipality" as a city or town located in New York State for purposes of these referendum requirements.
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Takes effect immediately, though amendments are subject to repeal if their parent statutory sections are repealed.
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
1/3/2024