Creates climate liability for fossil fuel related activity which caused or contributed to climate change
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsors
- +7
- Latest action
- Jan 7
Where it stands
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What it does
Creates climate liability for fossil fuel related activity which caused or contributed to climate change; creates a right of action.
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Who is involved
NY A 72
- Michaelle SolagesLead sponsor
- Anna KellesCo-sponsor
- Emily GallagherCo-sponsor
- Harvey EpsteinCo-sponsor
- Jessica González-RojasCo-sponsor
- Jo Anne SimonCo-sponsor
Sponsors
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While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money in New York.
- Who sits in the seats that vote on itA roster is not a certified tally, and a filing is not a place on the ballot.
- Who funds the people decidingA receipt is not backing. A contribution does not establish a policy motive.
- Who is paid to be heardNaming an institution is the filer's account, not a record of any meeting.
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