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Senator Antoine M. Thompson accomplishments in his various issue areas

By Antoine M Thompson

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Posted by Antoine M Thompson [2] on Monday, August 9th, 2010
 

Environment

  • Senator Thompson bans toxic baby bottles. Bill signed into law July 10, 2010 [8].
  • Marcellus Shale Drilling is delayed until May 2011.  Passed NYS Senate Aug 10, 2010.
  • Playgrounds are made safe with legislation banning pesticides in playgrounds.  Signed into law April 10, 2010.
  • Ewaste Bill passes and signed into law establishing statewide recycling and reuse goals for Ewaste.  Signed into law April, 2010.
  • Wetlands Mapping is now allowed to be done by computer.  Signed into law May, 2010.
  • Bigger Better Bottle Bill passes in 2009 -2010 Budget and creates revenue for cash strapped state.

Business

  • Development of Small Minority and Women Owned Business help throughout the state with regards to establishment of Mentor-Protégé Program.  Signed into law April 2010.
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[5] http://www.nysenate.gov/senator/antoine-m-thompson/issues/environment
[6] http://www.nysenate.gov/senator/antoine-m-thompson/issues/going_green
[7] http://www.nysenate.gov/senator/antoine-m-thompson/issues/small_business
[8] http://www.nysenate.gov/press-release/governor-signs-thompson-bills-law-protecting-our-kids