What's happening
This bill extends the expiration date of the public library construction grant program from March 31, 2020 to March 31, 2023.
Why it matters
Ensures continued access to state funding for public library construction and renovation. , allowing libraries to upgrade facilities, improve accessibility, and adapt to new technologies rather than facing a halt in projects due to expired support.
Provides stability and predictability for local governments and communities. planning long-term library improvements, since they can count on the availability of grant funds through March 31, 2023.
Supports local economies and educational opportunities. by allowing ongoing investment in library infrastructure, which can create construction jobs and enhance community resources for learning, workforce development, and civic engagement.
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Extend Library Grant Program
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Sponsors
1 Co-sponsor
History
- Substituted by A7568
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.1051
- Referred to education
Companion bill
The same bill in the other chamber. A bill becomes law when one version passes both houses and the governor signs it, so either number can carry it.
Extend Library Grant Program
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Sean Ryan
Full text
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STATE OF NEW YORK
5603
2019-2020 Regular Sessions
IN SENATE
May 8, 2019
Introduced by Sen. MAYER -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Education
AN ACT to amend chapter 498 of the laws of 2011 amending the education law relating to the public library construction grant program, 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 2 of chapter 498 of the laws of 2011 amending the education law relating to the public library construction grant program, as amended by chapter 148 of the laws of 2014, is amended to read as follows:
§ 2. This act shall take effect on the first of April next succeeding the date on which it shall have become a law and shall expire and be deemed repealed March 31, [2020] 2023.
§ 2. This act shall take effect immediately.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD11529-01-9
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Sponsor's memo
Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 498 of the laws of 2011 amend- ing the education law relating to the public library construction grant program, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
Purpose or general idea of the bill
The purpose of this bill is to extend certain provisions of the public library construction grant program.
Summary of provisions
The bill extends for 3 years the provisions of the public library construction grant program that were enacted in 2011, which raised the possible portion of a project the State would pay to 75% of the total project cost.
Justification
To better address the needs of libraries, Chapter 498 of the Laws of 2011, which took effect in April 2011, made two changes to the way that public library construction grants are used and awarded: *First, it authorized funding of up to 75% of project costs from the state for construction projects by public libraries located in econom- ically disadvantaged communities.Some communities had difficulty meeting the previous 5o% match requirement for existing critical infrastructure needs, let alone new construction. *Second, the 2011 law allowed state matching funds to be used for the acquisition of vacant lands, which can be a very important mechanism for potential neighborhood revitalization projects in abandoned city centers. These provisions are scheduled to sunset on March 31, 2020. The bill extends the provisions another 3 years (to March 31, 2023).
Prior legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act takes effect immediately.
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