Bill > A08220

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, a specific geographical area with cultural significance. The district will be geographically bounded by 110th Street on the South, the Hudson River on the West, 155th Street on the North, and 5th Avenue on the East. This addition complements an existing provision in the law that already recognizes East Harlem (El Barrio) as a region of cultural significance. The bill allows the council to provide grants, technical assistance, and other forms of support to cultural institutions within this designated district. By formally recognizing the Harlem Renaissance Cultural District, the bill aims to preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of this historically significant area, which played a crucial role in African American artistic and intellectual life during the early 20th century. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8220