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New York City Council
Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation
Mar 12, 2025
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11:00 AM
8 min
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Summary
A vote. The committee passes Resolution 740, calling for state legislation to eliminate mayors' power to block charter revision proposals, and Introduction 564-A, requiring the Department of Records (DORIS) to create a public database of social media posts from official government accounts.
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Chair Lincoln Restler introduces meeting and explains legislation
Council Member Lincoln Restler, chair of the Committee on Governmental Operations, State, and Federal Legislation, opens the meeting and introduces two items for vote: Resolution 740 and Introduction 564-A. He …
0:00:24
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3 min
Council Member Brewer explains the importance of Introduction 564-A on archiving social media posts
Council Member Gale A. Brewer discusses Introduction 564-A, which requires DORIS to maintain a database of social media posts from government officials and agencies. She emphasizes the importance of archives …
0:03:45
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94 sec
David M. Carr explains vote on Charter Revision Commission resolution
Council Member David M. Carr explains his support for Resolution 740, which aims to maintain the City Council's ability to put charter revision referenda on the ballot. He views charter …
0:06:19
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88 sec
Vote outcome: Resolution 740 and Introduction 564-A adopted
The committee voted to adopt both Resolution 740 and Introduction 564-A. The vote was unanimous, with all members present supporting the legislation. - Yeas: 7 - Nays: 0 - Abstentions: …
0:07:57
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20 sec