Authorizes the department of environmental conservation to establish the Lake DeForest Flood Control Pilot Program

This bill authorizes New York's Department of Environmental Conservation to create the Lake DeForest Flood Control Pilot Program. The program will regulate water releases from Lake DeForest reservoir (operated by a private waterworks corporation) to reduce downstream flooding while ensuring sufficient drinking water quality. The department must establish rules for when flood control measures can be used, such as during major storms, large water inflows, dam safety concerns, or seasonal weather patterns. The program is limited to a 10-year pilot period, running from 2026 through 2036. It directly affects the reservoir operator, downstream communities, and the state's flood management approach for this specific water body.