Senate Standing Committee on Environmental Conservation
Chair: Senator Todd Kaminsky
Public Hearing: To discuss the Climate and Community Protection Act
Place: 1550 Franklin Avenue, Mineola, New York
Time: 10:00 A.M.
Contact: Brielle Christian (518) 455-3401
Media Contact: Alexandra Farbenblum (516) 766-8383
ORAL TESTIMONY BY INVITATION ONLY
past Environmental Conservation committee events
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To consider state legislation which would limit the sale and use of nonagricultural low nitrogen fertilizer on Long Island
NYS Capitol BuildingLittle Theater, SUNY Farmingdale, Roosevelt Hall
2:00 PM
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29 Jan
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Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
4:00 PM
02 Jun
18 May
04 May
Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
4:00 PM
20 Apr
Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
4:00 PM
08 Apr
Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
4:00 PM
23 Mar
Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
4:00 PM
09 Mar
Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
5:00 PM
23 Feb
Environmental Conservation Meeting
NYS Capitol BuildingLegislative Office Building, Room 901
5:00 PM
02 Feb
20 Jan
Environmental Conservation committee news
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Revving up the electric Rivian truck
March 3, 2022
Electric vehicle direct sales must expand in New York
February 14, 2022
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Cuomo approves $439M Bay Park Conveyance Project
March 18, 2021
State to study feasibility of taking New York American Water public
February 9, 2021
Talking Point: EPR could get the R-E-S-P-E-C-T it deserves
February 3, 2021
Proposed New York Law Could Change the Way America Recycles
January 31, 2021
Proposed New York law could change the way America recycles
January 28, 2021
Recycling in America Is a Mess. A New Bill Could Clean It Up.
January 27, 2021
Cuomo's post-COVID economy envisions renewable energy expansion
January 13, 2021
Kaminsky's Bill To Ban Harmful Uses of Carcinogen TCE Signed Into Law
December 24, 2020
Cuomo signs Kaminsky, Englebright bill to ban use of carcinogen
December 23, 2020
Cuomo signs law, sparked by LI case, making illegal dumping a felony
December 15, 2020
Contractor selected for $439M Bay Park Conveyance Project
November 12, 2020
State expands artifical reef program with steel rail cars, turbine, tugboat
September 16, 2020
Lawmakers urge feds to jump-start offshore wind development
August 26, 2020
Gov. Cuomo postpones planned environmental bond act
July 30, 2020
Strongly punishing illegal dumping
July 26, 2020
Lawmakers reach deal on law to prosecute illegal dumping
July 22, 2020
New York lawmakers want to outlaw cigarette butts
January 16, 2020
Will is all that's needed to build the Long Island Greenway
January 14, 2020
West Hempstead Water District receives grant for improvements
January 9, 2020
Green Session Priorities
January 7, 2020
Nassau County to join state Climate Smart Communities program
January 7, 2020
New York State Moves to Ban Foam Food Containers
December 23, 2019
Shellfish output quadruples at upgraded town hatchery
December 18, 2019
Gov. Cuomo signs bill banning new mercury flooring in schools
November 26, 2019
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Lab in Point Lookout to reopen to monitor water quality
October 10, 2019
High scores
October 10, 2019
Long Island lawmakers to propose tougher anti-dumping rules
October 2, 2019
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Island Set To Shine As Clean-Energy Employment Soars
September 24, 2019
State presents wind farm plans in Long Beach
September 24, 2019
It's good to be green
August 29, 2019
A thousand small steps toward a more perfect union
July 28, 2019
NY Lawmakers Aggressively Fighting Climate Change
July 26, 2019
Wind to fuel a clean break
July 18, 2019
New Wastewater Research Facility | Stony Brook
July 9, 2019
Fight brewing over future of Adirondack Park Commission
June 28, 2019
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Cuomo expected to sign bunker fish protection bill
April 17, 2019
Sen. Kaminsky, Assemb. Griffin Organize Smith Pond Cleanup
April 13, 2019
New York lawmakers closing in on deal to ban plastic bags
March 26, 2019
Albany’s chance to make New York greener
March 20, 2019
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![At a news conference in the Capitol last June, from left to right, New York State Association of Counties Executive Director Stephen J. Acquario, Senator O'Mara and Senator Rich Funke call on Assembly leaders to approve Senator O'Mara's paint stewardship legislation.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/article/main-image/paintstewardship-assemblyact_newweb.jpg?itok=qPnC-bwf)
![“I can’t say enough about this effort to beautify and promote these attractions. I hope it’s incredibly successful once again this year,” said Senator O'Mara, chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/article/main-image/ilmpd.jpg?itok=EoPGs5x_)
Earth Day ~ April 22, 2017
April 21, 2017
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!["It’s a timely, commonsense budget strategy that makes great environmental, fiscal and economic sense,” said Senator O'Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_newweb_1.jpg?itok=ClvF_fUg)
!["This legislation exemplifies how much we can accomplish by working together with industry on important environmental concerns," said Senator O'Mara, who chairs the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/paint_cans_newweb_0.jpg?itok=jQwHQ2mv)
![Senator O'Mara will continue to serve as Chair of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee and has been appointed Vice-Chair of the Transportation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/localroadsmatter_newsconference_newweb_3.jpg?itok=UoqhBOSV)
Water Quality Report
January 3, 2017
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!["I appreciate and commend the state Department of Environmental Conservation's ongoing cooperation and efforts to develop this notification system, and administer this first-in-the-state grant program to assist municipalities," said Senator O'Mara, chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/cso_newweb.jpg?itok=WZDVTkEl)
!["This Open Space Conservation Plan puts forth important short- and long- term ideas to achieve common goals across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes, and statewide," said Senator O'Mara, chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/fingerlakesfall.jpg?itok=d4iuhmNy)
!["These investments will go a long way toward securing the future quality and strength of the Finger Lakes region’s recreational and tourism foundations,” said Senator O'Mara, Chairman of the Senate Envrionmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/blackdiamondtrail_newweb.jpg?itok=54r_cmij)
![In late September, Senator O'Mara, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano and a few of their legislative colleagues visited Mahany Farms in Arkport (Steuben County), where owner Gary Mahany (center, yellow shirt) and his employees grow Irish potatoes. “Cornell University's efforts over the past 70 years to contain the Golden Nematode, and to conduct the research and development that will always be the front line of protection for our growers and growers throughout America, have been remarkable," said Senator O'Mara, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/mahanyfarms_newweb.jpg?itok=RYhzeHvQ)
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!["Recycling computer monitors, laptops, televisions, cell phones and other electronics keeps these items out of landfills and lightens our impact on the environment,” said Senator O'Mara, chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/recycling-postcard_newweb.jpg?itok=hZ4V9XS6)
![Senator O'Mara and Assemblywoman Lupardo being interviewed by Liz Benjamin on Capital Tonight.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/capitaltonight-interviewcandid2_newweb.png?itok=Lwm9V1qi)
![“It’s a landmark achievement and we’re hopeful that this action in New York will lead to action in other states to protect children," said Senator O'Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/lead-finalapproval_newweb_2.jpg?itok=mXoIEwre)
!["We're hopeful that ongoing state assistance will prove successful in helping localities complete vital projects including sewer and pipeline repairs," said Senator O'Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_newweb_4.jpg?itok=Iqo9FUjc)
![Senator O'Mara was instrumental in creating the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2015.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_1_1.jpg?itok=6_5g4ftI)
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!["The recycling of electronic waste has become extremely burdensome and costly for local governments and property taxpayers," said Senator O'Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/electronics-recycle_newweb.jpg?itok=u668Y2aD)
!["Those who suffer from Lyme disease can endure years of frustration seeking effective diagnosis and treatment. We want to raise awareness and enhance prevention and treatment strategies,” said Senator O’Mara.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/lyme_rotator_2_3.png?itok=1r67Tvtz)
![New York State Capitol](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/capitolpanorama_0_15.jpg?itok=QjqfZSEE)
![Hydrilla and other invasive species can wreak havoc on local environments and local economies.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/hydrilla_1_2.jpg?itok=ZsFQ06Im)
![The 3rd Annual Invasive Species Awareness Week is being observed this week, July 10-16.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/invasivespeciesweek.jpg?itok=9OSOpIUK)
![Senator O'Mara stresses the importance of a NYS Pollinator Protection Plan at this morning's news conference at Cornell University's Dyce Lab.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/pollinatorprotection_candid_newweb.jpg?itok=tX79pCgi)
![Senator O'Mara and Assemblywoman Lupardo at a recent news conference at the Capitol urging the enactment of their legislation.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/lead-finalapproval_newweb_0.jpg?itok=GjfSiwcA)
![NYSAC Executive Director Stephen Acquario (l.), Senator O'Mara and Senator Rich Funke express support for the paint recycling legislation.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/paintstewardship-assemblyact_newweb.jpg?itok=o77yJRkm)
![Senator O’Mara and Assemblywoman Lupardo have worked closely with a coalition of New York public health, environment, and healthy schools advocacy groups to urge support for the legislation’s enactment.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/lead-finalapproval_newweb.jpg?itok=_bc6C66n)
![Senator O'Mara speaks at today's news conference. To the senator's immediate left is Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, who sponsors the legislation in the Assembly.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/lead-candid3_newmedia.jpg?itok=3773SbCD)
![Senator O'Mara addresses today's Roundtable in the Legislative Office Building.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/pollinators_newweb.jpg?itok=CVLra00o)
![New York State Capitol](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/capitolpanorama_0_4.jpg?itok=bwMrJpIv)
!['I Love My Park Day' takes place on Saturday, May 7, 2016. Find out more about local opportunities to volunteer.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/lovemyparkday_newweb.jpg?itok=6JMat4lV)
![Opening Day of trout season arrives on Friday, April 1st.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/brown-trout_newweb_0.jpg?itok=wlVL0MHN)
![The legislation](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_newweb.jpg?itok=qnC7Ekdg)
![Senator O'Mara and area high school students in the New York State Senate Chamber.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/gstboces-capitolvisit_newweb.jpg?itok=09_Z15_-)
![New York State Capitol](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/hallofgovernors_13.jpg?itok=ensnBzf4)
![Watkins Glen State Park was chosen as the nation's 3rd Best State Park in a USA Today readers' poll last year.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/watkinsglenstatepark.jpg?itok=Tj_krNYF)
![Paint recycling programs have been successful in other states including California and Oregon.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/paint_cans.jpg?itok=0MAkJrc4)
![An accelerated application process gets underway on Wednesday, February 3, 2016.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/drinkingwater_1.jpg?itok=0URfgrxk)
![The 76West competition seeks to attract clean-energy businesses to the Southern Tier.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/cleanenergy_1.jpg?itok=bT7suuhm)
![Senator O'Mara has been reappointed Chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/omara-hearingcandid1.jpg?itok=Oq05zs_j)
![Senator O'Mara supports a stronger state Environmental Protection Fund.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/chemungriver_paddle.jpg?itok=VcOJjN1E)
![Regular deer hunting season in the Southern Zone starts on Saturday.](/sites/default/files/styles/760x377/public/whitetail.jpg?itok=Ip4osQg-)
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'DEC Announces 2015-16 Waterfowl Season Dates' ~ Find out more here
September 2, 2015
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Earth Day 2015
April 22, 2015
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State Senate Passes Brownfield Cleanup Program Extension
June 20, 2014
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CITY & STATE: Expert Roundtable- Green New York
October 30, 2013
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Grisanti Announces $400,000 In Funding For Tonawanda
August 9, 2013
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Grisanti Has Six Bills Signed Into Law By Governor
August 1, 2013
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Grisanti Has Six Bills Signed Into Law By Governor
August 1, 2013
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Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day - Plant A Tree!
April 22, 2013
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Penn Dixie Site - March 2013 Programs
February 28, 2013
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BUFFALO NEWS: Community group seeks soil tests in Town of Tonawanda
February 1, 2013
Peace Bridge plaza areas designated as "no idling" zones
September 21, 2012
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Senator Grisanti sponsors measures to reduce pesticide waste
March 21, 2012
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New York State pursues uniform, national ballast water requirements
February 22, 2012
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Senator Thompson Hosts Green Jobs-Green NY Session
January 5, 2010
Setting The Record Straight On The Climate Change Pollution Act
December 8, 2009
Green Loans Press Conference
December 4, 2009
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Senate Standing Committee On Environmental Conservation
October 28, 2009
Senator Thompson Addresses Water Quality For WNY Beaches
September 28, 2009
Senator Thompson Addresses Water Quality For WNY Beaches
September 28, 2009
Senator Thompson Seeking Testimony on New York State’s Water Quality
September 24, 2009
Senator Thompson Tours Houdaille Plant
September 8, 2009
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Thompson Passes Historic Bottle bill
April 5, 2009
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