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- Referred to cultural affairs, tourism, parks and recreation
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BILL NUMBER:S806
Title of bill
An act in relation to establishing a task force to improve theatrical show safety
Summary of specific provisions
§1 - Legislative intent.
§2 - Establishment of task force; mission statement.
§3 - Composition of task force
* Representative from Department of Labor * Representative from Consumer Protection Board * Representative from the Office of the Attorney General * Representative from the Council on the Arts o Each appointed by the head of the respective agency or office * Appointment by the Senate President Pro Tem * Appointment by Senate Minority Leader * Appointment by the Speaker of the Assembly * Appointment by the Assembly Minority Leader
§4 - Prerequisite for appointment by Senate and Assembly in theater and/or stage production. Reimbursement for expenses and appointment of vacancies.
§5 - Report of findings shall be issued within one year of effective date of the act.
§6 - Effective Date
Effects of present law which this bill would alter
None.
Justification
Due to the growing use of pyrotechnic, acrobatic, and other extreme visual performance techniques there has been a growing concern for the safety of theatrical shows. The concern for safety focuses on both the actors performing stunts as well as the audience watching them. Therefore, it is imperative that New York State create a task force to examine ways to improve the safety of theatrical shows, strengthen the protection for actors, and minimize the risk of injury for the audience. This task force will produce a report assessing current safety conditions, recommend best practices, and suggest new legislation or regulation if required.
Prior legislative history
2011-12: S.633A Referred to Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks and Recreation
Fiscal implications for state and local government
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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