Courts continue narrow interpretation of ‘Green Amendment’
We examine the implementation of New York's "Green Amendment," which has been narrowly interpreted in court rulings since 2002.
Appeals court narrows application of ‘Green Amendment’
What does a constitutional guarantee to clean air, clean water, and a healthful environment mean?
Constitutional ‘Green Amendment’ tested in court
We get an update on a test of New York's constitutional guarantee to clean air, clean water and a healthful environment.
Green amendment to be tested in court
Language recently added to the state Constitution guaranteeing a right to clean air is the basis for a new lawsuit.
Green constitutional amendment still ‘undefined’
An amendment guaranteeing New Yorkers clean air, clean water and a healthful environment sits on sidelines.
The legislature’s airing of budget grievances
Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a 'general agreement' on the budget. Lawmakers are calling it premature.
Polluters asked to pay for past emissions
Environmentalists want the major emitters of past greenhouse gas emissions to pay for infrastructure upgrades in New York.
Not your typical bill signing
We consider how chapter amendments come together in Planet Albany.
