New York A00072 creates climate liability for fossil fuel-related activities contributing to climate change and establishes a right of action for.

New York A00072 amends the general business law to create climate liability for fossil fuel-related activities that caused or contributed to climate change. It defines "fossil fuel industry member" as entities emitting at least one billion metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. The bill establishes a right of action for damages against such entities and allows for defenses based on implemented controls and procedures. It aims to hold the fossil fuel industry accountable for their deceptive practices and the resulting climate change impacts.

New York A00072 creates climate liability for fossil fuel-related activities contributing to climate change and establishes a right of action for.

New York A00072 amends the general business law to create climate liability for fossil fuel-related activities that caused or contributed to climate change. It defines "fossil fuel industry member" as entities emitting at least one billion metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. The bill establishes a right of action for damages against such entities and allows for defenses based on implemented controls and procedures. It aims to hold the fossil fuel industry accountable for their deceptive practices and the resulting climate change impacts.