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Senator · Senate District 5
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History
- Substituted by A6709
- Ordered to third reading cal.1275
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to finance
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Relates to the extension of the state commission on the restoration of the capitol
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Patricia Fahy
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S4258 REVISED 3/18/13
Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 303 of the laws of 1988 relating to the extension of the state commission on the restoration of the capitol, in relation to extending such provisions for an additional five years
Purpose of the Bill:
The purpose of this bill is to extend the authority of the State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol for an additional five years from April 1, 2013 to April 1, 2018.
Summary of Provisions:
Section 1 of this bill amends Chapter 303 of the L. 1988, c. 303 as amended by L. 2008, c.92 to extend for an additional five years the State Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol. The Commission was extended in 1988, 1993, 1998, 2003 and 2008 for five-year periods.
Existing Law:
The Commission has the duty to undertake studies and reports to recommend and advise with respect to the restoration, preservation, improvement and utilization of the Capitol and its grounds. Its members are appointed by the Governor and the leadership of the Legislature. It was authorized in 1979 and reauthorized annually until 1988 when it was continued for five years. It was further continued in 1993, 1998; 2003 and 2008 for additional five-year periods. It is currently set to expire on April 1, 2013.
Prior Legislative History:
The sunset provision in question has previously been extended by five-year extenders enacted by L. 1988, c.303; L. 1993, c. 31; L. 1998, c. 25; L. 2003, c. 37; and L. 2008, c. 92.
Statement in Support:
The Capitol is an historic work of architecture. It is important that it be maintained in a manner consistent with its original design. The maintenance and restoration of the Capitol is an ongoing project that requires continual oversight to ensure that the restoration process maintains the integrity of the original design and historical authenticity of the Capitol.
Budget Implications:
None.
Local Impact:
None.
Effective Date:
This act shall take effect immediately.
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