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NY S07806
Bill
Status
6/16/2016
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Ritchie
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AI Summary
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Directs the commissioners of health and environmental conservation to study and develop a long-term strategy for outdoor environmental education and recreation focused on creating and retaining opportunities for outdoor play and learning in New York state
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Requires the strategy to analyze childhood obesity rates, economic trends affecting access to outdoor spaces, and other relevant factors to create a state-level blueprint for outdoor education and recreation
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Mandates consultation with health and environmental conservation advisory bodies and other organizations deemed appropriate by the commissioners during strategy development
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Requires the commissioners to submit a report with findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the governor and legislature within one year of the act's effective date
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Directs the commissioners of health and environmental conservation to study and develop a long term strategy to encourage and promote outdoor environmental education and recreational opportunities in New York state.
Last Action
referred to ways and means
6/16/2016