Bill > S07152

This bill amends the Arts and Cultural Affairs Law to empower the New York State Council on the Arts to officially designate the Harlem Renaissance Cultural District as a region of cultural significance. The bill specifically defines the geographical boundaries of this district as the area bounded by 110th Street on the South, the Hudson River on the West, 155th Street on the North, and 5th Avenue on the East. By adding this designation, the Council will be able to provide cultural institutions within this district with grants, technical assistance, and other forms of support. The bill builds upon existing provisions that allow the Council to promote culturally significant regions, and it follows a similar approach to the previously recognized East Harlem (El Barrio) region. This legislative action aims to recognize and support the rich cultural heritage of the Harlem Renaissance area, ensuring that its historical and artistic significance can be preserved and celebrated through targeted cultural support and resources.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7152