State lawmakers will dive right into debate over Gov. Kathy Hochul’s push to phase out gas stoves in New York as well as other environmental initiatives that critics say will increase costs f…
as well as other environmental initiatives that critics say will increase costs for ordinary New Yorkers.
polluters pay up as part of zealous efforts to meet New York’s legally mandated goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 85% by 2050.beginning in 2025 and larger structures three years later – an idea that has fueled outrage among Republicans who it’s impractical given the current level of renewable energy available to the grid.
“They got rid of the gas stoves from the Governor’s Mansion yet,” Molinaro added, making reference toshe is trying to ban in new buildings moving forward. “They are irresponsibly, out-of-touch with the reality that most New Yorkers are facing – and it’s the key indicator why people are leaving the state of New York.”
Rep. Marc Molinaro said Hochul should remove her own gas stoves before banning them in new buildings as she is proposing to do in the state budget.Hochul spokesman Hazel Crampton-Hays argued that her environmental ideas would be good for New Yorkers’ pocketbooks while lessening their reliance on fossil fuels like gasoline and natural gas — and the price swings that come along with them.
“We need common sense initiatives in the budget and we need realistic goals that are not going to be a detriment to our residents as New York state continues to be an unaffordable place to live,” Assemblyman Michael Tannousis said.
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