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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
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Policy Positions

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

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Advocacy News:

Audubon Ambassadors Expanding their Flock in Year of the Bird
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Audubon Ambassadors Expanding their Flock in Year of the Bird

Volunteers statewide are taking action to protect birds from the impacts of climate change.

Audubon New York Commends Governor Cuomo for Continued Commitment & Leadership in Protecting NY’s Environment
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Audubon New York Commends Governor Cuomo for Continued Commitment & Leadership in Protecting NY’s Environment

— The 2018-19 Executive Budget proposal includes several of Audubon’s policy and fiscal priorities, including $300 million for the Environmental Protection Fund.
Audubon Council of New York: 2021 Policy Resolutions
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Audubon Council of New York: 2021 Policy Resolutions

State and federal conservation policy resolutions.

 Arctic Drilling in the Tax Plan is Anathema to New York Conservation Groups
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Arctic Drilling in the Tax Plan is Anathema to New York Conservation Groups

— Environmental organizations decry efforts to open wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling, urge New York delegation to oppose harmful legislation.
2017 New York State Legislative Overview
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2017 New York State Legislative Overview

New York's 2017 environmental victories and continuing concerns.

Audubon and Partners Comment on the Lake Ontario Lakewide Action and Management Plan
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Audubon and Partners Comment on the Lake Ontario Lakewide Action and Management Plan

— Audubon and partners submit formal comments on the environmental conditions, issues, and concerns that should be considered during the Lake Ontario LAMP drafting process.
Audubon New York Comments on NYSDEC Plan Regarding Habitat Management Methods
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Audubon New York Comments on NYSDEC Plan Regarding Habitat Management Methods

— Draft plan describes and evaluates habitat management methods used on nearly 234,000 acres of state land.
Audubon New York Supports NYSDEC Proposal to Close Pikes Beach to Horseshoe Crab Harvesting
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Audubon New York Supports DEC Plan for Pikes Beach

— Conservation leader supports beach closure, citing long-term benefits for migrating shorebirds.
Become an Audubon Ambassador
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Become an Audubon Ambassador

Use your voice to help birds in a changing climate.