The Climate and Community Investment Act passed by the state Legislature mandates $3 billion annually from polluting companies, addressing climate change impacts. Sen. Krueger and Assembly Member Dinowitz co-sponsored the bill, awaiting Hochul's approval for enforcement.
Local governments bear the financial burden of climate change, spending $2.2 billion in 2023 on infrastructure repairs. Food & Water Watch suggests holding polluters accountable for climate solutions instead of burdening taxpayers.
Food & Water Watch's New York State Director emphasizes the need for corporate accountability in addressing climate change, suggesting redirecting resources from underfunded pools to real climate solutions.
Assembly Member Dinowitz advocates for making 'big oil' accountable for the climate crisis, stating they should bear the responsibility of cleaning up the environmental mess they created.
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