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It’s Time To Pass the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act
Last week, the New York League of Conservation Voters and partner organizations joined Sen. Pete Harckham in Albany as he announced the introduction of the Packing Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act.
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NYLCV Responds: 2023 State Budget
The New York League of Conservation Voters applauds Governor Kathy Hochul on her 2023 Executive Budget proposal, which, if enacted, represents a significant step forward in our state’s fight against climate change. She made clear that addressing climate change is a priority, both in her words and in her budget actions.  
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Development Programs Fellowship
The New York League of Conservation Voters (NYLCV) is the only statewide environmental organization in New York that fights for
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It’s Time to Decarbonize Public Buildings and Upgrade New York
Action and legislation to decarbonize buildings in New York State is a top priority for the New York League of Conservation Voters in 2023. Our reason is simple: Buildings are the leading source of greenhouse gas emissions and co-pollutants in New York State.
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Governor Hochul’s 2023 State of the State: What You Need To Know
Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State address last week laid out several key environmental priorities that would advance the
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NYLCV Statement on Governor Hochul’s 2023 State of the State Address
Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State address today laid out several key environmental priorities that would advance the state toward meeting the goals mandated in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.  
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Preparation is Key: New York’s Climate Action Scoping Plan
New York state has reached a critical milestone in its effort and planning to become carbon neutral by 2050. After three years of review, hearings and debate, the state has released its climate action Scoping Plan, a blueprint for eliminating fossil fuel reliance in the state. 
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Protecting New York’s Class C Streams Is Vital
Governor Kathy Hochul recently vetoed A. 6652/S. 4162, known as the Class C Streams bill, which was designed to protect New York’s streams by putting them under the supervision of the state’s Department of Environmental Protection. Given the recent veto, NYLCV is calling for the bill to be included in the Governor’s Executive Budget.
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