FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 2, 2026
EANY Statement on AG James’ State Energy Funding Victory
Albany, NY – Today Environmental Advocates NY released the following statement in response to Attorney General Letitia James’ victory for New Yorkers and families nationwide who rely on federal energy funding to pay the bills and make ends meet. Today’s actions restored federal funding for New York energy programs:
“Attorney General Letitia James has once again stepped up to protect New Yorkers from reckless federal overreach that would have driven up energy costs and undermined critical energy programs,” said Vanessa Fajans-Turner, Executive Director of Environmental Advocates NY. “This is exactly the kind of leadership we need: standing up for New Yorkers, defending the law, and making sure our state can follow through on our plans to build a cleaner, more affordable energy future.”
Environmental Advocates NY is New York’s leading environmental watchdog, working for over 50 years to advance strong environmental laws and hold decision-makers accountable.
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