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History
- Substituted by A7336
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.465
- Referred to local government
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Authorizes the local county legislative body of the county of Suffolk to establish a wireless surcharge
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Robert Sweeney
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Title of bill
An act to amend the county law, in relation to authorizing the county of Suffolk to establish a wireless surcharge
Purpose or general idea of the bill
Authorizes the county of Suffolk to establish a surcharge on wireless communication service.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the bill amends the county law by adding a new section 308-x as it relates to the establishment of wireless surcharges for the county of Suffolk.
Paragraph 2 relates to providing written notice forty-five days prior to the imposition of the surcharge.
Paragraph 3 relates to the wireless communication service supplier obligations.
Paragraph 4 of the bill is amended as it relates surcharge monies shall only be expendable for costs associated with public safety communication networks in Suffolk County.
Justification
This legislation will assist Suffolk County in paying for costs associated with establishing and maintaining an enhanced emergency telephone service system.
Legislative history
None
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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