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Hochul delays climate targets, faces lawsuit

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Gov. Kathy Hochul admitted New York is unlikely to meet several key deadlines set by the 2019 Climate Leadership and Protection Act, according to Spectrum News.

Her administration cited rising costs and economic disruptions as reasons for slowing the rollout of green regulations. Critics say the delay may be politically motivated, with Hochul eyeing re-election in 2026.

Climate justice groups, represented by Earthjustice, are now suing Hochul for allegedly violating state law. They accuse her of prioritizing political safety over environmental action, echoing concerns raised during her earlier pause on congestion pricing.

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