Extends the moratorium on the issuance of certificates of environmental safety for the siting of facilities and certification of routes for the transportation of liquefied natural or petroleum gas.
Summary
S05685 would extend an existing New York law that imposes a moratorium on issuing certificates of environmental safety for the siting of facilities and the certification of routes for transporting liquefied natural gas or petroleum gas. The bill amends chapter 395 of the laws of 1978 to keep the moratorium in effect in cities with a population of one million or more until April 1, 2027, instead of April 1, 2025.
In practical terms, the bill does not create a new regulatory program; it prolongs a current restriction on approvals related to LNG and petroleum gas facilities and transportation routes in New York City. The extension preserves the status quo for affected applicants, utilities, energy companies, and transportation planners by continuing to bar or delay certain environmental safety certifications in the state’s largest city.
Impact
The bill would amend the sunset date in chapter 395 of the laws of 1978, extending the applicability of the moratorium for cities of one million or more residents by two additional years. This affects state environmental permitting and siting authority for liquefied natural gas and petroleum gas infrastructure, particularly in New York City, by continuing to restrict certificates of environmental safety and route certifications through April 1, 2027.
Sentiment
Based on the bill text and the absence of recorded committee debate or votes in the provided materials, the measure appears to be a straightforward extension of an existing restriction rather than a controversial policy change. The sponsor’s framing suggests support for maintaining the moratorium, while the lack of recorded opposition or discussion prevents a fuller read on legislative sentiment. Overall, the available record indicates a procedural, continuation-oriented bill with no documented floor or committee controversy in the provided context.
Contention
The main point of contention, if any, would likely center on whether New York should continue limiting approvals for LNG and petroleum gas facilities and transportation routes in large cities, especially New York City. Supporters would view the extension as a precautionary environmental and safety measure, while opponents might argue it constrains energy infrastructure development, transportation flexibility, or investment. No specific objections, amendments, or recorded debate were provided, so the precise positions of legislators or stakeholders are not documented here.
Same As
Extends the moratorium on the issuance of certificates of environmental safety for the siting of facilities and certification of routes for the transportation of liquefied natural or petroleum gas.
Extends the moratorium on the issuance of certificates of environmental safety for the siting of facilities and certification of routes for the transportation of liquefied natural or petroleum gas.
Liquefied petroleum gas; modifying provisions related to the State Liquefied Petroleum Gas Administrator and the Oklahoma Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board. Effective date.