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1 Co-sponsor
History
- Referred to racing, gaming and wagering
- Referred to racing, gaming and wagering
Companion bill
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Makes certain exceptions for the issuance of licenses for the conduct of games of bingo
In Assembly Committee · Racing And Wagering · Sponsor John McEneny
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Sponsor's memo
Title of bill
An act to amend the general municipal law, in relation to who may conduct games of bingo
Purpose or general idea of bill
Makes certain exceptions for the issuance of licenses for the conduct of games of bingo.
Summary of specific provisions
Amends paragraph (a) of subdivision 1 of section 481 of the general municipal law by adding language that would provide for an exception where the members conducting the bingo are involved in a rehabilitation program licensed or certified by a state agency.
Justification
The intent of the original law was to assure that those convicted of a crime not be able to conduct bingo games. This new language would provide an exception to the law to allow those convicted of a crime to conduct bingo if they are involved in a rehabilitation program licensed or certified by a state agency. This would allow programs such as Father Young Industries to be able to continue an essential part of their fundraising program that supports the programs that serve those convicted of crimes.
Prior legislative history
2006: S.8252 - Died in Committee 2008: S.2078 - Advanced to Third Reading and Committed to Rules
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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