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- Referred to environmental conservation
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Authorizes a public information and education program for soil and water conservation districts
In Assembly Committee · Environmental Conservation · Sponsor James Bacalles
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Title of bill
An act to amend the soil and water conservation districts law, in relation to authorizing a public information and education program for soil and water conservation districts
Purpose
Authorizes a public information and education program for soil and water conservation districts.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the bill amends Section 9 of the soil and water conservation districts law by adding a new subdivision 16 allowing soil and water conservation districts to undertake an extensive public information and education program to inform and involve other public and private organizations and groups and the general public in the commitment to the principles and practices of preservation and conservation of the soil and water resources of this state and to the policies set forth in section two of the current chapter. Section 2 of the bill provides for an immediate effective date.
Justification
Currently, 20% of the State's Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) have Environmental Educators on staff. Adding Conservation Education to District Law will provide legislative authority to SWCDs for providing this service and recognize conservation education as a practice that can stand alone in the protection of natural resources. Authorizing a public information and education program for SWCDs will also legitimize programs and the value of education as an invaluable tool in preserving and protecting New York's soil, water, and other natural resources.
Legislative history
New Bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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