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S 5929

Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain state land to the Syosset central school district

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jack Martins and 1 co-sponsor

This bill authorizes transferring state land to Syosset Central School District at no cost, allowing the district to use the land for educational purposes.

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Bill Summary · S 5929

Summary of S 5929: Authorizing Transfer of State Land to Syosset Central School District

Overview

This bill authorizes the New York State Commissioner of General Services to transfer and convey a parcel of state-owned land to the Syosset Central School District. The purpose is to allow the school district to utilize the land for educational and related purposes.

Key Provisions

  • Grants the Commissioner of General Services the authority to transfer and convey a specified parcel of state land to the Syosset Central School District.
  • Requires that the land be used by the school district for educational and related purposes.
  • Stipulates that the transfer must be made without consideration (i.e. no payment required from the school district).
  • Mandates that the school district use the land in a manner consistent with its educational mission and any applicable laws or regulations.

Affected Parties

  • Syosset Central School District: Will receive the state-owned land parcel to use for educational purposes.
  • New York State: Will transfer ownership of the specified land parcel from the state to the school district.
  • Local community: May be impacted by any changes or developments the school district makes on the land.

Procedural Details

  • This bill was introduced in the New York State Senate on March 4, 2025.
  • It has a companion bill (A 8368) that was introduced in the New York State Assembly.
  • The bill was signed into law, becoming Chapter 552 of the Laws of 2025.

Overall, this legislation is intended to facilitate the transfer of state-owned land to the Syosset Central School District, enabling the district to utilize the property for educational and related purposes without requiring any payment to the state.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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