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History
- Substituted by A3193
- Ordered to third reading cal.865
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to commerce, economic development and small business
Companion bill
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Creates the micro business outreach center assistance program and micro business outreach center
Vetoed · Sponsor David Weprin
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Title of bill
An act to amend the economic development law, in relation to creating the micro business outreach center assistance program
Purpose or general idea of bill
This hill will create a means of supporting existing business outreach centers and creating additional centers that are serving micro enterprises as well as providing them with the opportunity to facilitate individuals of communities that are geographically and socially isolated from the mainstream economy with access to economic development counseling services and funds.
Summary of specific provisions
This legislation amends the economic development law by adding a new Article 9-B to define and create the micro business outreach centers program. The measure also sets forth reporting requirements.
Justification
During these difficult economic times, now more than ever, creating economic development assistance and support opportunities for small and micro business enterprises is crucial to the economic vitality of communities throughout New York State. This legislation supports that goal by ensuring that business outreach centers serving micro enterprises will he able to leverage federal and state, and other funding. The creation of this program will encourage and support micro-business growth and as a result, create much needed jobs for hardworking New Yorkers.
Legislative history
New Bill - 2009
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it becomes law.
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