Constitution of the State of New York, Article 1, Section 19
- Policy Category: Drinking Water
- State: New York
- Date Implemented: 11/2/2021
11/2/2021
The New York state constitution has what is known as a “Green Amendment.” In Article 1, Section 19, it states “Each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and a healthful environment.” It was added by vote of the people in November, 2022.
- Action Agency(ies): State of New York
- Policy Champions: Green Amendments for the Generations
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