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NY A05564

Bill

Status

Vetoed

12/17/2014

Primary Sponsor

William Magee

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Origin

Assembly

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "Grow: Pride of New York" program for nursery dealers selling New York state-produced horticultural products (ornamentals, nursery stock, sod, and Christmas trees)

  • Nursery dealers selling at least 25 percent New York products are eligible for program designation and official logo display on their premises

  • Requires applicants to submit lists of New York products sold, names of producers, and descriptions of horticultural items offered to the Commissioner

  • Designated nursery dealers receive free promotional and advertising materials for one year after the effective date; thereafter the Commissioner may provide materials as deemed necessary

  • Directs the Department of Agriculture to create a website link listing all program participants, their locations, hours, and product suppliers, and to promote the program in cooperation with the Department of Economic Development

Legislative Description

Directs the commissioner of agriculture and markets to establish a Grow: Pride of New York program for nursery dealers which use products produced in New York state.

Last Action

tabled

12/17/2014

Committee Referrals

Agriculture6/11/2013
Rules6/5/2013
Ways and Means4/23/2013
Agriculture2/28/2013

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