Congressman Nick Langworthy has joined forces with members of the New York and Pennsylvania congressional delegations to urge Governor Kathy Hochul to reconsider the state’s stance on the Northern Access Pipeline. The proposed $500 million natural gas infrastructure project, which was blocked under the state’s interpretation of the Clean Water Act (CWA), was projected to create thousands of well-paying jobs in the region.
In a letter sent Thursday, Langworthy, who represents Schuyler and Steuben counties in the House, and his colleagues expressed concerns over the cancellation and emphasized the economic and energy benefits the pipeline could bring. They also pointed to the passage of the Lower Energy Costs Act by House Republicans, which aims to prevent states from using what they describe as overly broad interpretations of the CWA to delay or block federally approved energy projects.
The Northern Access Pipeline’s cancellation has been a contentious issue, reflecting broader debates over balancing environmental regulations and energy development.
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