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Call to Action: What YOU Can Do to Make a Difference on Airplane Noise

1. Report the noise.  If you don't call, you don't count!  Report airplane and helicopter disturbances around JFK, LGA, EWR, TEB and SWF by calling 1-800-225-1071 or file an electronic noise complaint online at http://www.planenoise.com/panynj/daPRAbr9/.  Without your voice we have no voice.  Please notify the FAA and PANYNJ about unsafe and uncomfortable noise incidents over your home, school or workplace.

2. Urge the Governor to Pass Legislation for Environmental Study:
On May 20th, the NYS Senate passed Bill S3841-2013 which requires "the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) to conduct a noise and land compatibility survey as outlined under federal aviation regulations as well as biennial public hearings regarding aircraft noise issues." The same bill, NYS Assembly Bill A7697-2013 was similarly passed by the New York State Assembly.  Please urge the governor to approve this legislation by
a. Calling Governor Cuomo's office: (518) 474-8390
b. Writing a letter to the Governor at:
The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo
Governor of New York State
NYS State Capitol Building
Albany, NY 12224
c. Writing to the Governor online via his website:
http://www.governor.ny.gov/contact/GovernorContactForm.php.

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