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Authorizes the commissioner of education to restrict the sale and advertisement of alcoholic beverages at certain sporting events
In Assembly Committee · Higher Education · Sponsor Jeffrey Dinowitz
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Title of bill
An act to amend the education law, in relation to authorizing the commissioner of education to restrict the sale and advertisement of alcoholic beverages at sporting events participated in by any state university of New York, city university of New York or community college
Purpose
Provides for the elimination of alcohol and/or alcohol or alcohol related advertisements at sporting events participated m by any public college or public university in New York State.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 provides for the legislative intent. This section explains the significance of sporting events in youth development. Children who watch or attend sporting events learn important values. The advertising of alcohol at such events has detrimental consequences for young viewers. The marketing of alcohol products at sporting events is not consistent with New York's mission of higher education.
Section 2 amends the education law by adding a new section 319 which prohibits the sale and advertisement of alcohol at college sporting events that take place on state or city college and university campuses, including community colleges. The board of trustees of the city university system and the board of trustees of the state university system will be authorized to promulgate the rules and regulations of this act. This section also clearly defines the term "sporting event."
Section 3 provides for an effective date.
Justification
Sporting events are frequently watched and attended by young children and the advertising of alcohol at these events can lead to irresponsible drinking. Given the extent of underage and binge drinking on college campuses, it is essential for New York to take a proactive stance towards defeating this problem. By eliminating the presence of alcohol and banning alcohol related advertisements from New York State college and university sporting events, we remain committed to our mission of higher education and more importantly, committed to decreasing the incidences of preventable death in our youth.
Legislative history
2007-08, S.3749-A.
Fiscal implications
None.
Local fiscal implications
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Effective date
This act shall take effect on the sixtieth day after it shall have become a law; provided, however, that effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rule or regulation necessary for the implementation of this act on its effective date are authorized and directed to he made and completed on or before such effective date.
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