NY S06856

Creates a temporary New York State World War I 100th anniversary commemoration commission to develop and execute plans for projects and activities recognizing the centennial of World War I

Emphasizes commemoration of New Yorkers who died in World War I (over 13,000 casualties) and those who returned home wounded, including notable regiments like the "Fighting 69th" and "Harlem Hellfighters"

Identifies multiple historical World War I sites in New York requiring recognition, including Pier A clock tower in Battery Park, armories in Park Slope, memorials in Central Park and Prospect Park, and statues in Queens

Establishes legislative findings documenting World War I casualties (over 37 million between 1914-1918) and the unprecedented scale of human suffering during the conflict

Provides for the termination of the commission at a date to be specified in the legislation