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- Referred to transportation
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Establishes a distinctive Gadsden flag plate which shall include the phrase "DON'T TREAD ON ME"
In Assembly Committee · Transportation · Sponsor John Ceretto
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S3239
Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to establishing distinctive Gadsden flag plates
Purpose or general idea of bill
Establishes a distinctive Gadsden flag plate which shall include the phrase "DON'T TREAD ON ME."
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. The Vehicle and Traffic Law is amended by adding a new section 404-x providing for a Gadsden flag license plate consisting of a coiled rattlesnake and the phrase "DON'T TREAD ON ME"
Section 2. Provides that these plates shall be issued in the same manner as other plates and that all applicable fees and procedures will apply.
Justification
The Gadsden flag, designed by American General and Statesman Christopher Gadsden was first used in 1775 and used as the personal standard of the of the first commander-in-Chief of the Continental Navy. The symbolism of the flag is important both historically and in contemporary times. Benjamin Franklin used the divided Rattlesnake and the motto "join or die" to encourage the American colonies to unite against France during the French and Indian war in 1754. Franklin also published an essay in the Pennsylvania Journal in 1775 where he suggested that the rattlesnake was a good symbol for the American Spirit.
In more modern times the Gadsden Flag has become a symbol of American Liberty and patriotism. This important flag and the ideals that it represents are very important to American History past and present. A distinctive New York State License plate will honor the historical and contemporary significance of this symbol and the ideals that it represents.
Prior legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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