New York A04682 requires a public referendum in the municipality for final approval of a major electric generating facility siting permit.

New York A04682 amends the public service law and public authorities law to mandate a public referendum in the municipality where a major electric generating facility is planned. This referendum must approve the final siting permit for the facility. The bill also outlines procedures for establishing and transferring build-ready sites, including public notice and consultation with municipalities. It defines terms like "battery energy storage site" and sets standards for environmental impacts and labor laws.

New York A04682 requires a public referendum in the municipality for final approval of a major electric generating facility siting permit.

New York A04682 amends the public service law and public authorities law to mandate a public referendum in the municipality where a major electric generating facility is planned. This referendum must approve the final siting permit for the facility. The bill also outlines procedures for establishing and transferring build-ready sites, including public notice and consultation with municipalities. It defines terms like "battery energy storage site" and sets standards for environmental impacts and labor laws.