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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.

Policy Positions
Advocacy

Policy Positions

How to advance the protection of birds and the places they need this year.

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Advocacy News:

Best Management Practices for New York's Birds and Bats
News

Best Management Practices for New York's Birds and Bats

A new set of guiding principles for offshore wind development focuses on avoiding negative impacts, and addressing information gaps

New York's 2020 Budget is Big for Birds
Advocacy

New York's 2020 Budget Is Big for Birds

It includes the first environmental bond act in over 24 years, a critical source of funding streams, wetlands, and coasts.

Statement from Audubon New York on the Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act
Advocacy

Statement from Audubon New York on the Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act

The Governor's proposal includes measures to protect threatened and endangered species.

Audubon New York Delivers Testimony at Hearing for Environmental Conservation
Advocacy

Audubon New York Delivers Testimony at Hearing for Environmental Conservation

Climate action, renewable energy, and wetlands were among the priorities highlighted.

Administration Proposes Funding Cuts for Delaware River Watershed Conservation
Advocacy

Administration Proposes Funding Cuts for Delaware River Watershed Conservation

Vital restoration program protects quality, clean water for birds and people at risk.

Administration Doubles Down on Bird-Killer Policy
Advocacy

Administration Doubles Down on Bird-Killer Policy

100-year-old bipartisan conservation law in the cross-hairs

Audubon New York Delivers Testimony at the 2020 Joint Legislative Budget Hearing
Advocacy

Audubon New York Delivers Testimony at the 2020 Joint Legislative Budget Hearing

Testimony of Erin McGrath, Policy Manager, Audubon New York

2020 New York State Policy Agenda
Advocacy

2020 New York State Policy Agenda

Our legislative and policy priorities for the SFY 2020-21 Legislative session.

Executive Budget Proposals Will Make a Lasting Impact on the Environment
Advocacy

Executive Budget Proposals Will Make a Lasting Impact on the Environment

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveils a strong environmental agenda for 2020 that will protect New York State’s birds and people.

Reverse the Rollback of the MBTA
Advocacy

Reverse the Rollback of the MBTA

The Department of the Interior has announced its Record of Decision in the last step to strip away critical MBTA protections, giving industries a free pass for bird deaths.