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Establishes the Thomas A. Constantine Institute for the study of transnational organized crime within the state university of New York; appropriation
In Assembly Committee · Higher Education · Sponsor Patricia Fahy
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Title of bill
An act in relation to establishing the Thomas A. Constantine Institute for the study of transnational organized crime within the state university of New York and making an appropriation therefor
Purpose
To establish the Thomas A. Constantine Institute for the Study of transnational organized crime within the state university of New York.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 - Declaration of legislative findings and intent.
Section 2 - Establishes within the State University of New York the Thomas A. Constantine Institute for the Study of Transnational Organized Crime.
Section 3 - Appropriates $500,000 to the State University of New York.
Section 4 - Sets the effective date.
Justification
With the emergence of global terrorism and transitional organized crime, the challenge of national security has grown exponentially. This Institute will provide a focus for research and deliberation on the control of these phenomena and for public education about their manifestations. Its ultimate goal is to provide a valuable and practical resource for the world's law enforcement agencies, governments and the international business community.
Legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
$500,000.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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