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Extends drug-free school zones to include public libraries and free association libraries
In Senate Committee · Rules · Sponsor John J. Bonacic
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BILL NUMBER:A9961
Title of bill
An act to amend the penal law, in relation to extending drug-free school zones to include public libraries and free association libraries
Purpose or general idea of bill
Amends the penal law, in relation to extending drug-free school zones to include public libraries and free association libraries.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. To amend subdivision 5 of section 220.44 of the penal law to include public library or free asso- ciation library in the definition of "the grounds of a child day care or educational facility". Also to include public library or free associ- ation library in the definition of "area accessible to the public".
Justification
Such a change would enable law enforcement officials greater enforcement powers in and around the library community and help keep the areas around libraries safer.
Prior legislative history
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Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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