New York City Bans the Construction of New Schools Near Highways
The New York City Senate and Assembly have passed the SIGH act, prohibiting the construction of new schools near major roadways.
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New York to ban construction of schools near highways
The New York State Assembly and Senate have passed a bill barring the construction of schools within 500 feet of a highway. The Schools Impact by Gross Highways Act (or SIGH Act) was written to protect school-age children from air pollution. Under the bill, which will also apply to New York City...
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