Bill
A 6473
Creates a program to provide financial aid to museums, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums and other cultural institutions in low-income communities, boosting access to culture.
A6473A Relates to the provision of financial assistance to museums, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums and other cultural institutions located in low-income urban, suburban or rural communities
Status and Timeline
- Introduced: March 5, 2025
- Initial referral: Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development
- Amendments and action: June 5, 2025, amendments and print 6473A issued; amendments/recommitment to Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development noted
- Sponsors:
- Primary: Landon C. Dais
- Cosponsors: Noah Burroughs, Steven Otis
- Related bills: A 9695, A 2525, A 3835 (prior sessions); S 1378 (companion)
What the Bill Would Do (Purpose and Intent)
- Create or authorize a program to provide financial assistance to cultural institutions located in low-income communities.
- Target beneficiaries include museums, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, and other cultural institutions.
- Focus geographic scope on low-income urban, suburban, or rural areas, aiming to improve access to cultural resources in underserved communities.
Key Provisions and Changes (as indicated by the bill’s title and status)
- Financial assistance: The bill would establish or authorize funding to support eligible cultural institutions.
- Eligible institutions: Museums, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, and other cultural institutions are explicitly named as potential recipients.
- Community focus: Emphasis on institutions located in low-income communities, with the intent of boosting access to culture and education in those areas.
- Administration and oversight: While not detailed in the information provided, such programs typically include administration by a state or regional agency and oversight or reporting requirements; the exact framework is not specified in the material available.
Who Would Be Affected
- Primary beneficiaries: Cultural institutions (museums, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, etc.) located in low-income urban, suburban, or rural communities.
- Communities served: Residents of those communities who would gain improved access to cultural and educational resources.
- Potential secondary effects: Local economies surrounding funded institutions (through tourism, employment, and partnerships), and the agencies charged with administering the program.
Procedural and Timeline Aspects
- The bill has moved from introduction to committee and has undergone amendments (print 6473A).
- Next steps typically include continued committee consideration, potential floor votes, and, if enacted, implementation of funding and program guidelines.
Notes and Context
- Related and companion measures exist (e.g., S 1378) and prior Assembly bills (A 9695, A 2525, A 3835) may inform ongoing policy discussions.
- Details such as funding amounts, eligibility criteria, application processes, performance metrics, and reporting requirements are not provided in the materials here; the actual text would specify these elements.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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