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We work with lawmakers at the local, state, and federal level to pass effective conservation policies and legislation.

Eastern Bluebird. Photo: Jim Chagares/Audubon Photography Awards

The Voice for Birds

Audubon New York is a respected and influential voice on public policy issues, and a powerful advocate for the birds and people of New York State.

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Whether meeting with lawmakers and regulators, speaking out through local media, or collaborating with partners on a coalition to protect New York’s environment, Audubon New York is committed to advancing legislation and policies that conserve and restore our shared natural resources.

Many of the same issues that affect birds also affect people.

Hundreds of thousands of New York jobs and billions of dollars of the state’s gross domestic product depend on clean water, abundant fish and wildlife, and healthy forests to thrive.

That’s why Audubon New York is working tirelessly on behalf of a healthy environment that is rich in biodiversity. Alongside 27 local chapters and 91,000 members, we are solving the state’s toughest problems, from banning offshore drilling to promoting forest regeneration.

By convening diverse stakeholders to advance critical legislation and policies, we are able to take a balanced approach to protect our most threatened bird species and the habitats they depend on in New York State.

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Advocacy News:

Audubon Volunteers Are Counting Bluebirds and Nuthatches to Better Understand Climate Change
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Audubon Volunteers Are Counting Bluebirds and Nuthatches to Better Understand Climate Change

A pilot program called Climate Watch aims to use on-the-ground observations to validate Audubon’s climate modeling, which predicts how birds’ territory ranges will shift in response to a changing climate.

NY State Budget Includes Critical New Funding for Environmental Protection
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NY State Budget Extender Includes Critical New Funding for Environmental Protection

— Audubon New York commends Governor Cuomo & NY legislative leaders for their demonstrated commitment to protecting & restoring NY’s environment for birds, people, & communities.
Erin Crotty Testifies Before Senate on Long Island Sound Bill
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Erin Crotty Testifies Before Senate on Long Island Sound Bill

— Executive Director of Audubon New York Urges Continued Support of the Long Island Sound Restoration & Stewardship Act in the Face of Federal Budget Cut Discussions
Attorney General Schneiderman Honored with Audubon New York’s  William Hoyt Environmental Excellence Award
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Attorney General Schneiderman Honored with Audubon New York’s William Hoyt Environmental Excellence Award

— Recognized for his outstanding work on behalf of environmental protection and natural resource conservation at the spring council meeting of New York's Audubon Chapters
Audubon New York Commends NYS for Promoting Living Shorelines
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Audubon New York Commends NYS Plan for Living Shoreline Techniques

— Formal comments submitted on Tidal Wetlands Guidance Document.
Audubon New York Releases Statement on NYS FY17-18 Executive Budget Proposal
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NYS FY17-18 Executive Budget

Audubon New York releases statement regarding impact on Audubon priorities.

NYSERDA's Proposed Wind Energy Area Draws Comments from Audubon New York
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NYSERDA's Proposed Wind Energy Area Draws Comments from Audubon New York

— Additional assessment of potential impacts on birds through new and useful data urged.
Statement from Audubon New York Executive Director Erin Crotty on Plan 2014
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Audubon NY Statement on Plan 2014

— Plan recognized as historic opportunity.
Audubon New York Urges US Coast Guard to reconsider Hudson River Anchorage Plan
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Audubon New York Urges US Coast Guard to reconsider Hudson River Anchorage Plan

— Submits formal comments on Proposed Rule: Anchorage Grounds, Hudson River; Yonkers, NY to Kingston, NY