New York S03477 allows the use of benthic barriers to control invasive aquatic plants around docks from July 1 to October 31.

New York S03477 amends the environmental conservation law by adding a section that authorizes the use of benthic barriers, which are gas-permeable films anchored by means other than stone, to control invasive aquatic plants around docks. This use is permitted between July 1 and October 31 each year. The bill also specifies that benthic barriers are not considered "fill" and are exempt from certain permit requirements. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York S03477 allows the use of benthic barriers to control invasive aquatic plants around docks from July 1 to October 31.

New York S03477 amends the environmental conservation law by adding a section that authorizes the use of benthic barriers, which are gas-permeable films anchored by means other than stone, to control invasive aquatic plants around docks. This use is permitted between July 1 and October 31 each year. The bill also specifies that benthic barriers are not considered "fill" and are exempt from certain permit requirements. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.