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We campaign for the passage of laws and candidatesIn a 40-22 vote last week, the State Senate passed the NY Heat Act, which will push gas utilities carefully
Learn MoreE-bikes and other micro-mobility rides represent an important component of New York's low-carbon transportation future. However, the safety hazards being attributed to lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes are a serious concern for riders which threatens the expansion of micro-mobility use. To address these concerns, three bills have been proposed in Albany.
Learn MoreThe New York League of Conservation Voters (NYLCV) believes 2024 is a crucial year in New York City’s fight against climate change. We believe it is time for the city to put its fiscal might behind the many environmental policies it has advocated for over the years.
Learn MoreThe Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority is accepting public comments through March 11 and then the MTA will decide if the plan needs to be revised before implementation. The plan’s expected start this spring would include a 30-day testing phase. During the first 60 days, only currently existing tolls will be collected. NYLCV President Julie Tighe said starting congestion pricing is an essential component to reducing traffic and the pollution that comes with it, while raising the critical revenue for mass transportation, which in turn also reduces traffic by cutting reliance on cars.
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