New York’s landmark climate law may face changes as state lawmakers weigh its future during budget talks, according to Spectrum News.
Business groups want to pause parts of the state’s renewable energy program, citing cost and reliability. While Governor Hochul hasn’t confirmed plans to scale back the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, her administration isn’t ruling it out.
Republicans cheered the opening, while Democrats pressed officials for clarity. Climate advocates warn a rollback could weaken hard-fought emissions goals.
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