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- Committed to rules
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.835
- Referred to local government
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Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 618 of the laws of 1998, amending the general municipal law and the education law relating to disposal of surplus computer equipment by political subdivisions, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
Purpose or general idea of bill
The purpose of this bill is to provide a three year extender for computer donation provisions.
Summary of specific provisions
This bill extends for three years until July 1, 2019 chapter 618 of the laws of 1998 about donation of computer equipment.
Justification
The enactment of chapter 618 of the laws of 1998 and the extension granted in 2001, 2004, 2007, 2010, and 2013 enabled political subdivisions to donate surplus computer equipment through SED's C.R.E.A.T.E. Programs (5318 of the Education law). To date, hundreds of computers have been donated to local schools, libraries and other not-for-profit organizations. This bill will extend this law and allow local governments to continue to dispose of surplus computer equipment in a fair and equitable manner.
Prior legislative history
The Legislature has previously extended this provision.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately, with a three-year sunset provision.
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