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Two landmark pieces of legislation for the arts and arts education passed the New York State Legislature last session with near-unanimous bipartisan support:
S253/A2563: The Arts and Cultural Districts Bill: This bill establishes designated arts and cultural districts to stimulate economic development, foster community engagement, and amplify the value of the arts in New York State.
S7296/A8978: Equitable Regional Representation on the New York State Council on the Arts: This bill ensures fair and equitable representation from all regions of New York State, advancing accessibility and inclusion in arts funding decisions.
For Long Island, these bills represent a critical opportunity to:
- Highlight our vibrant cultural hubs as officially designated arts and cultural districts, driving tourism and boosting the local economy.
- Secure a fair voice for Long Island in statewide arts funding and policymaking through equitable representation on the New York State Council on the Arts.
Please take a moment to urge the Governor to sign these bills into law today. Here’s how you can make your voice heard:
1. Contact Governor Hochul:
2. Send Copies To:
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We have drafted a boilerplate letter which can be downloaded HERE.
Together, we can ensure these vital pieces of legislation become law and protect the future of Long Island’s arts community and New York’s cultural landscape. |
