Section 19 of Article I of the New York State Constitution, the “Green AmendmentThe Green Amendment Section 19 of Article I of the New York State Constitution, the “Green Amendment” says, “Each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and to a healthful environment”. It provides consitutional protection for environmental rights, ensuring every person in New York has the right to a clean and healthful environment.” says, “Each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and to a healthful environment”. It provides consitutional protection for environmental rights, ensuring every person in New York has the right to a clean and healthful environment.
