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S5123Senate2009-2010 SessionSame asA5062

Authorizes the power authority of the state of New York to provide low-cost electric power to Broadway and off-Broadway theaters

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21+2 co-sponsorsAffects Environment & Energy
Status
In Senate Committee
Energy And Telecommunications
Impact
Pending
Passage
Pending

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In committee · Energy And Telecommunications

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Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

History

  1. Print number 5123a
  2. Amend and recommit to energy and telecommunications
  3. Referred to energy and telecommunications
  4. Referred to energy and telecommunications

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The same bill in the other chamber. A bill becomes law when one version passes both houses and the governor signs it, so either number can carry it.

A5062Assembly

Authorizes the power authority of the state of New York to provide low-cost electric power to Broadway, off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway theaters

In Assembly Committee · Corporations, Authorities And Commissions · Sponsor Richard Brodsky

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Title of bill

An act to amend the public authorities law, in relation to providing electrical power to Broadway and off-Broadway theaters; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof

Purpose or general idea of bill

This bill would authorize the Power Authority of the State of New York (PASNY) to provide low-cost electricity to Broadway and off-Broadway theaters.

Summary of specific provisions

Section 1 would amend section 1005 of the Public Authorities Law to authorize PASNY to provide low-cost electricity to Broadway and off- Broadway theaters.

Section 2 would establish a sunset date of June 30, 2012, and provide that the contracts for selling such electricity could run until June 30, 2013.

Effects of present law which this bill would alter

Existing law would not be changed except for the addition of the authority granted by this bill.

Justification

The Broadway and Off-Broadway theater is one of the crowning glories of New York City's cultural life. Like every other aspect of New York City life, the theater has suffered from the aftermath of the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001. This bill would provide some measure of support for the New York stage that gave solace and entertainment to the City, State and region at a time when it was sorely needed.

Prior legislative history

S.7770 (2002) - Energy and Telecommunications; A.11660 (2002); S.4596 (2004) - Energy and Telecommunications; A.1311 (2003-04); S.2060A (2005) - Energy and Telecommunications; A.2108 (2005-06) - Ways and Means; A.6632 (2007-2008).

Fiscal implications for state and local governments

Minimal fiscal implications.

Effective date

Immediately; sunsets on June 30, 2012, but contract may run until June 30, 2013.

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