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NY S06893
Bill
Status
8/18/2023
Primary Sponsor
Peter Harckham
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AI Summary
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Prohibits discharge of any radiological substance into the Hudson River in connection with decommissioning of nuclear power plants, subject to federal preemption limitations.
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Establishes civil penalties for violations: $37,500 for the first day, $75,000 for the second day, and $150,000 per day for subsequent violations, with each day treated as a separate violation.
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Authorizes the New York Attorney General to enforce the prohibition and recover penalties through civil action.
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Finds that radiological discharges during decommissioning harm local real estate values and economic development without offsetting economic benefits from plant operation.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Provides that it shall be unlawful to discharge any radiological substance into the Hudson River in connection with the decommissioning of a nuclear power plant; provides for attorney general enforcement.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.279
8/18/2023