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NY S07852
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/3/2024
Primary Sponsor
Rachel May
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AI Summary
- Adds Asian longhorned tick and lone star tick to New York's state invasive species list
- Requires inclusion of both tick species in the comprehensive invasive species management plan under Environmental Conservation Law Section 9-1705
- Directs the Environmental Conservation Commissioner, in consultation with the Department of Agriculture and Markets, to prohibit and actively eliminate or control these ticks at state-funded or state-regulated project sites
- Mandates inclusion of information about both tick species in statewide databases and clearinghouses incorporating data from state agencies, organizations, nearby states, provinces, Canada, and the federal government
- Takes effect 90 days after enactment, with immediate authorization for agencies to adopt necessary rules and regulations
Legislative Description
Relates to including the Asian longhorned tick and lone star tick on the invasive species list, and include them in the comprehensive plan for invasive species management.
Last Action
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
1/3/2024
Committee Referrals
Environmental Conservation1/3/2024
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