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- Referred to environmental conservation
- Referred to environmental conservation
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Requires disclosure of environmental conservation permit applicant's record of compliance with state, federal, and foreign environmental regulations
Assembly Floor Calendar · Sponsor William Colton
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BILL NUMBER:S4900
Title of bill
An act to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to review of permit applicants on record of compliance
Purpose of the bill
This bill would authorize DEC to conduct an inquiry into an applicant's background as part of a permit application or review. DEC would be authorized to revoke or deny permits to unsuitable persons based upon statutory criteria that includes past violations of the applicant or permit holder. This bill would ensure that persons who are unsuitable to carry out responsibilities under DEC permits are not authorized to do so.
Summary of provisions
Adds a new section 3-0319 to the Environmental Conservation Law to require DEC to review a permit applicant's record of compliance with the Environmental Conservation Law (ECL).
Justification
Persistent or significant violators of the ECL should not have a permit renewed or be allowed to obtain new permits after committing breaches of the law directly relating to their ability to carry out the authorized activities in a lawful and environmentally responsible manner. If a permit is issued to a prior violator, it may be appropriate to impose strict reporting or monitoring conditions on such permits, or to require an environmental monitor on-site.
Compliance with the ECL and enforcement against those who violate the ECL can be advanced by ensuring that the permit review procedures incorporate such consideration at the earliest possible date in the review process.
Prior legislative history
This bill has been introduced since the 1995-96 legislative session.
2013-2014: A.1690 (Colton) 2011-2012: A.2675 2009-2010: A.4110/S.4950 (passed En Con/Rules)
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the 60th day after it shall have become law.
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