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NY A11686
Bill
Status
Introduced
8/4/2010
Primary Sponsor
Fred Thiele
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AI Summary
- Creates a 13-member task force appointed by the governor to study feasibility of establishing a new college of the state university at Southampton campus of Stony Brook University
- Task force composition includes representatives nominated by legislative leaders, local government boards, Stony Brook University, State University chancellor, tribal trustees of Shinnecock Indian Nation, and local business, environmental, and civic representatives
- Requires task force to hold a public hearing within six months and submit preliminary recommendations within nine months of the effective date, with at least 30-45 days for public comment
- Mandates final report and recommendations be submitted to the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker on or before December 1, 2011
- Reflects legislature's opposition to proposed closure of educational programs and residential facilities at the Southampton campus, which has received over $78 million in state investment since 2006
Legislative Description
Establishes a task force of thirteen people to study the feasibility of establishing a new college of the state university at the Southampton campus of Stony Brook University; requires a public hearing; further requires a report of recommendations to the governor, temporary president of the senate and speaker of the assembly on or before December 1, 2011.
Last Action
referred to higher education
8/4/2010
Committee Referrals
Higher Education8/4/2010
Full Bill Text
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