Dear Climate Families School Ambassadors & Other Concerned Parents,

While spring is in full bloom and the fourth quarter of the school year is upon us, the NY State Legislative Session is also nearing a close for the year. We were so disappointed that climate did not make it into the state budget this year, but in Senator Liz Krueger’s words, “We have a second bite to the apple, the legislative session”. And can you believe that session ends June 6th?! Let’s work together to get this done! Please pass along this document so we’re flooding our leaders with messages in support of passing NYHEAT!

What:         

  • NY HEAT: End subsidies to build gas infrastructure and cap energy bills for lowest income New Yorkers. Learn more here.

Who:         

  • Senate already passed NY HEAT
  • We need action from Governor Hochul and the NYS Assembly, led by Speaker Heastie

When:

  • Before June 6th!!!

Why:

  • Lobbyists from the fossil fuel industry are pressuring lawmakers not to pass

How:

  • Use this form to send an emails to Hochul and Speaker Heastie in support of NY HEAT
  • Call Speaker Heastie!
  • Albany office: 518-455-3791 
  • NYC office: 718-654-6539 
  • Call and voice your support of NY HEAT and how urgently you want climate legislation for the future of Earth and your kids who are inheriting it
  • “This is ________ from __________ and I am calling [on behalf of my children] to urge the Speaker to pass NY HEAT this session! The Assembly only has a few more days to make this happen. NY HEAT is an important step in lowering our state’s emissions which will help ensure we’re passing on a livable planet to future generations.”

Looking for more?

  • Mark your Calendar for June 1, our next climate playdate and please share with your school community!
  • Come to Albany??! Parents and families from CFNYC will be traveling to Albany on May 28th to rally in support of NYHEAT. Please join us! Interested?! Please let us know and we’ll share all details!
  • Rally in support of Green and Healthy Schools on June 6th! Families will be out to ask city officials to fund school electrification & improved HVAC systems at our public schools. More details to come.