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- Referred to cultural affairs, tourism, parks and recreation
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Relates to prohibiting the New York state council on the arts from awarding arts and cultural grants when an organization has already applied for and/or received grant funding from another state
In Senate Committee · Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks And Recreation · Sponsor Matthew Titone
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BILL NUMBER:S7831
Title of bill
An act to amend the arts and cultural affairs law, in relation to prohibiting the New York state council on the arts from awarding arts and cultural grants when an organization has already applied for and/or received grant funding from another state
Purpose or general idea of bill
An act to amend the arts and cultural affairs law, in relation to prohibiting the New York State Council on the Arts from awarding arts and cultural grants when an organization has already applied for and/or received grant funding from another state.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1: Adds a new section 3.17 to the arts and cultural affairs law to prohibit organizations from receiving a grant from the New York State Council on the Arts if it has applied or received a grant from a different state.
Section 2: Establishes the effective date.
Justification
The NYSCA is dedicated to furthering the arts culture in New York State by making vital contributions to several different programs. NYSCA strives to achieve its mission through its core grant-program. NYSCA's annual appropriation for grants and operations is received from the Governor and the New York State Legislature each fiscal year. NYSCA believes in supporting the rights of all New Yorkers to access and experience the power of the arts and culture, and the vital contribution the arts make to the quality of life in New York communities.
There have been documented instances wherein out of state arts organizations access NYSCA funding by using P.O. Boxes, or "dummy" members, within New York to qualify for funding. This legislation will ensure that the limited funding available through NYSCA goes directly to New York arts/cultural organizations that actually perform work or services in New York State.
Prior legislative history
New bill
Fiscal implications
None
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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