In a bold move, 22 states have banded together to sue New York on Thursday, challenging a groundbreaking environmental law. 🌍💼
The controversial law mandates that a select group of major energy producers funnel a whopping $75 billion into a dedicated fund aimed at addressing climate change damage. However, the coalition of states argues that this hefty financial requirement is unconstitutional.
The lawsuit was officially filed in Albany, New York, and names Attorney General Letitia James along with other state officials as defendants. 🏛️⚖️
As of now, messages seeking comment from the defendants have been sent, but responses are yet to be received. This legal battle could set a significant precedent for how states manage and fund climate-related initiatives in the future.
Stay tuned as this story develops and we bring you the latest updates on this high-stakes legal showdown!
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States sue New York over unconstitutional environmental fund
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