NY Governor Proposes Climate Law Changes to Avoid Energy Cost Hikes
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New York Governor Kathy Hochuls administration is proposing amendments to the states 2019 Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act due to potential sharp increases in energy costs. The memo from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority warns of significant price hikes for gasoline, natural gas, and heating oil. Environmental groups argue that fossil fuels, not the climate law, are the real issue, while Republicans see the memo as validation of their concerns about unrealistic mandates. Business leaders welcome the shift towards renewables. Hochuls team has linked these changes to ongoing budget talks, with both sides aiming for a deal before elections. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins has not ruled out rollbacks but is open to ideas.
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