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NY S01924
NY S01924Relates to the Amistad commission; moves it from the department of state to the state education department.
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Introduced
01/16/2021
01/16/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
02/03/2021
02/03/2021
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
Relates to the Amistad commission; moves it from the department of state to the state education department.
AI Summary
This bill moves the Amistad Commission from the Department of State to the State Education Department. The Amistad Commission is responsible for compiling a roster of volunteers to share knowledge on the African slave trade, American slavery, and the contributions of African-Americans, as well as establishing a program to recognize schools that excel at teaching these subjects and offering grants to exemplary teachers. The bill also requires the Commission to prepare reports for the governor and legislature on its findings and recommendations related to incorporating these topics into the state's educational system.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (5)
Robert Jackson (D)*,
Alessandra Biaggi (D),
Cordell Cleare (D),
Michelle Hinchey (D),
Zellnor Myrie (D),
Last Action
REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION (on 01/05/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S1924 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S01924&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S01924 |
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