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E5Assembly2025-2026 SessionResolution

Assign Press Seating

Official title

“Directs the Clerk of the Assembly to arrange seats for representatives of the press”

Sponsor Jeffrey DinowitzAD-81
Status
Adopted
Impact
2/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution directs the Assembly Clerk to arrange seating for press representatives with the Speaker's approval.

Why it matters

  1. Press access and transparency. By formally directing the Clerk to arrange designated seating for press representatives, the resolution reinforces the Assembly’s commitment to public transparency and media access to legislative proceedings.

  2. Speaker’s oversight. The requirement for the Speaker’s approval introduces a layer of oversight, potentially granting the Speaker more control over which press representatives are accommodated and where they are seated.

  3. Standardization of press logistics. This measure could lead to more consistent and regulated procedures for press seating, potentially improving organization but also raising questions about criteria and potential limitations on press access.

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Assign Press Seating

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jeffrey Dinowitz

Assembly Member · Assembly District 81

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Introduced

Full text

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Assembly Resolution No. 5 BY: M. of A. Dinowitz DIRECTING the Clerk of the Assembly to arrange seats for representatives of the press RESOLVED, That upon the approval of the Speaker, the Clerk of the Assembly be and hereby is directed to arrange seats for the accommodation of the representatives of the press.

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