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NY S02941
Bill
Status
6/14/2016
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Griffo
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "New York State Veterans Cemetery Act" to create a Veterans Cemetery Funding Promotion Program under the Division.
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Directs the Division to develop programs, projects, and materials designed to encourage financial contributions from individuals, groups, and corporations to the Veterans Remembrance and Cemetery Maintenance and Operation Fund.
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Authorizes the Division to seek and apply for grants and contributions from government and institutional funding sources for constructing, operating, and financing New York State veterans cemeteries.
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Requires the Division to submit an annual report by December 15th to the Governor, legislative leadership, and relevant committee chairs detailing program operations, progress, and recommendations for establishing and maintaining state veterans cemeteries.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Establishes the "New York state veterans cemetery act"; directs the division to conduct an investigation and study on the issue of the establishment of a New York state veterans cemetery funding program.
Last Action
referred to veterans' affairs
6/14/2016