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NY A10027
Bill
Status
Vetoed
8/30/2010
Primary Sponsor
Richard Brodsky
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AI Summary
- Creates a temporary 24-member New York state War of 1812 200th anniversary commemoration commission to operate from enactment through December 31, 2015
- Commission shall plan and execute organized War of 1812 reenactment tourism events highlighting key historic sites including The Seaway Trail, Old Fort Niagara, Battle of Ogdensburg, Battle of Plattsburgh, Fort Ontario, Fort Wadsworth, and Sackets Harbor
- Membership includes three state commissioners (parks/recreation/historic preservation, education, economic development), representatives from seven designated historic sites, eight War of 1812 reenactment community members, and six hospitality/tourism business representatives, appointed by governor and legislative leaders
- Commission authorized to coordinate with New York state battlefields and other War of 1812 commissions, promote War of 1812 educational studies in grades K-12, and request assistance from state agencies
- Commission chair is the commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation or designated representative
Legislative Description
Establishes the New York state War of 1812 200th anniversary commemoration commission to promote the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 by planning and executing an organized series of War of 1812 reenactment tourism events.
Last Action
tabled
8/30/2010
Committee Referrals
Rules6/28/2010
Rules6/8/2010
Ways and Means3/17/2010
Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports2/25/2010
Full Bill Text
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