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History
- Substituted by A4392
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.20
- Referred to judiciary
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Delays from March 1, 2009 until September 1, 2009, the effective date of amendments to the provisions of law providing for powers of attorney
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Helene Weinstein
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Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 644 of the laws of 2008, amending the general obligations law relating to powers of attorney, in relation to delaying the effective date thereof
Purpose of bill
This bill enacts a chapter amendment to Assembly bill A.6421-B, Chapter 644 of the laws of 2008 changing the enactment date from March 1, 2009 to September 1, 2009.
Justification
Assembly bill A.6421-B, Chapter 644 of the laws of 2008 was signed into law on 1/27/09 with an enactment date of March 1, 2009. Since A.6421-B provides a comprehensive change in the law regarding power of attorney requirements, additional time is needed to educate the legal community regarding this change. Therefore, the enactment date is changed to September 1, 2009.
Legislative history
New Bill, 2009 - Chapter Amendment to Ch. 644 '08.
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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