New York S02726 requires a public referendum in the municipality where a major electric generating facility is proposed before a final siting permit.

New York S02726 amends the public service law and the public authorities law to mandate that a public referendum must be held in the municipality where a major electric generating facility is intended to be located. This referendum must be approved by at least 51% of voters before a final siting permit can be issued. The bill also outlines procedures for identifying and approving build-ready sites, including a preliminary screening process to assess potential environmental justice impacts.

New York S02726 requires a public referendum in the municipality where a major electric generating facility is proposed before a final siting permit.

New York S02726 amends the public service law and the public authorities law to mandate that a public referendum must be held in the municipality where a major electric generating facility is intended to be located. This referendum must be approved by at least 51% of voters before a final siting permit can be issued. The bill also outlines procedures for identifying and approving build-ready sites, including a preliminary screening process to assess potential environmental justice impacts.