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  • Currently, Pennsylvania (1971) and Montana (1971) are the only states with a constitutional Green Amendment. These have been applied in lawsuits regarding: mining, sewage sludge/water quality in residential communities, and accessibility of environmental protection funds.
  • Measures have been introduced in: New York, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Maryland.
  • At least six states are considering trying to advance a green amendment. The Green Amendment also has the support of 90 advocate groups that signed a letter backing the legislation in New York.
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