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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:A9874
Title of bill
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION OF THE SENATE AND ASSEMBLY proposing an amendment to article one of the constitution, in relation to freedom of speech
Purpose or general idea of bill
To provide for the right of free expression in any area used for by tradition or designation
SUMMARY OF SPECIFIC PROVISIONS:Entitles all persons to the right of free expression in any place used for assembly. Including areas shared by commercial enterprises which are generally open to the public
Justification
To encourage the full and free dissemination of ideas. Recent court decisions have limited this right. This amendment restores the traditional right of free speech
Prior legislative history
A. 568 (1987-88).
Fiscal implications
None
Effective date
Resolved (if the Senate concur), That the foregoing:amendment be referred to the first regular legislative session.convening after the next succeeding general election of members of the assembly, and in conformity with section 1 of article 19 of the constitution, be published-for 3 months previous to the time of such election
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