What's happening
This bill extends the authorization for political subdivisions to dispose of surplus computer equipment until July 1, 2022.
Why it matters
Allows local governments and school districts to continue donating, selling, or otherwise disposing of surplus computers rather than discarding them as waste. , which can help bridge the digital divide by getting technology into the hands of those who need it.
Promotes environmentally responsible disposal of electronic equipment. , reducing e-waste and supporting recycling or repurposing efforts instead of adding to landfills.
Gives political subdivisions flexibility and time to manage surplus technology stockpiles. , which may be particularly important as organizations upgrade equipment or respond to changing technology needs.
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Extend Surplus Computer Disposal Law
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History
- Substituted by A6665
- Ordered to third reading cal.823
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to local government
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Extend Computer Disposal Law
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Steven Otis
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STATE OF NEW YORK
5409
2019-2020 Regular Sessions
IN SENATE
April 30, 2019
Introduced by Sen. MARTINEZ -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Local Government
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
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. Section 3 of 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, as amended by chapter 79 of the laws of 2016, is amended to read as follows:
§ 3. This act shall take effect immediately and shall expire July 1, [2019] 2022 when upon such date the provisions of this act shall be deemed repealed.
§ 2. This act shall take effect immediately.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD10446-01-9
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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 comput- er donation provisions.
Summary of provisions
This bill extends for three years until July 1, 2022 Chapter 618 of the Laws of 1998 about the donation of computer equipment.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ORIGINAL AND AMENDED VERSION (IF APPLICABLE): n/a
Justification
The enactment of chapter 618 of the laws of 1998 and the extensions granted 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
Last extended in 2016 by A.10022/S7869 (Otis/Martins) signed 6/30/16 Chap. 79.
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately and shall expire July 1, 2022 when upon such date the provisions of this act shall be deemed repealed.
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