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An act in relation to requiring the Empire State Development Corporation, in consultation with the Department of Agriculture and Markets — 2024-04-11 · Calendar #148

The New York State Senate voted to reconsider passage of Senate Print 1979, a bill requiring the Empire State Development Corporation to consult with the Department of Agriculture and Markets. Sen. Gianaris moved to reconsider the vote, which passed 50-0, restoring the measure to the Third Reading Calendar. Gianaris then offered amendments to the bill and called an immediate Rules Committee meeting in Room 332 to address them. The specific nature of the proposed amendments was not disclosed during the floor session.
RECONSIDERATION ADOPTED Ayes: 50 · Nays: N/A

Debate Summary

Senate Print 1979 was initially passed but Sen. Gianaris moved to reconsider the vote. The motion to reconsider passed 50-0, restoring the bill to the Third Reading Calendar. Sen. Gianaris then offered amendments and called a Rules Committee meeting to address them.

Amendments

Sponsor Description Outcome
Sen. Gianaris Amendments offered by Sen. Gianaris (specific content not detailed in transcript) pending

An act in relation to requiring the Empire State Development Corporation, in consultation with the State University of New York, to study the economic impact of optimizing kitchen incubators in New York State — 2024-02-26 · Calendar #148

The New York State Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Cleare requiring the Empire State Development Corporation to study the economic impact of kitchen incubators across New York State. The bill, which received overwhelming support with a 57-1 vote, would direct a comprehensive study on locating shared commercial kitchen facilities on college campuses and in public housing developments. Sen. Cleare argued that commercial kitchen installation costs exceeding $20,000 create barriers for entrepreneurs, particularly in low-income communities, and that shared kitchens represent a proven but underutilized solution. The legislation would also task Empire State Development with developing business advisory services to complement kitchen incubator operations. Only Sen. Skoufis voted against the measure. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
PASSED Ayes: 57 · Nays: 1

Debate Summary

Sen. Cleare argued that commercial kitchen installation costs of $20,000 or more are prohibitive for entrepreneurs, particularly in low-income communities. She stated that shared commercial kitchens are a proven solution but insufficient in number and access. The bill would require a study and action plan for locating kitchen incubators on college campuses and in public housing developments, with Empire State Development providing comprehensive business advisory services to complement the incubators.

Recorded Votes

Recorded votes are predominantly dissenting (nay) votes captured from roll call records.

Senator Vote Party
Skoufis nay Democrat

An act in relation to requiring the Empire State Development Corporation to conduct a study and develop an action plan concerning small kitchen incubators on college campuses and in public housing developments — 2023-03-21 · Calendar #211

The New York State Senate passed legislation requiring the Empire State Development Corporation to study and develop an action plan for small kitchen incubators on college campuses and in public housing developments. Senate Print 1979, sponsored by Sen. Cleare, passed on a 61-1 roll call vote, with only Sen. Skoufis voting in opposition. The bill aims to address barriers facing food entrepreneurs by reducing the prohibitive costs of commercial kitchen installation, which can exceed $20,000. Cleare argued that shared commercial kitchens represent a proven solution to support startups, particularly in communities of color, and that the bill represents targeted economic development investment as the state recovers from COVID-19. The legislation would also charge Empire State Development with developing comprehensive business and advisory services to complement kitchen incubator services and help ensure startup success.
PASSED Ayes: 61 · Nays: 1

Debate Summary

Sen. Cleare explained that commercial kitchen installation costs of $20,000 or more are prohibitive for entrepreneurs, particularly in communities of color. She argued that shared commercial kitchens are a viable solution but are insufficient in number and access. The bill would require Empire State Development to study locating small kitchen incubators on college campuses and in public housing developments, and to develop comprehensive business and advisory services to support food entrepreneurs as the state recovers from COVID-19.

Recorded Votes

Recorded votes are predominantly dissenting (nay) votes captured from roll call records.

Senator Vote Party
Skoufis nay Democrat