I'm wondering: would adoption of a state tartan require actual legislation passing both houses (Assembly and Senate), or would a simple resolution passing in one house suffice?
In either case, when the time comes I'll gladly get in touch with my state senator Tom Libous regarding this. We have a passing acquaintance, he's quite senior and wields some clout (though not as much as when his party was in the majority!)....
Brian
"They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety." ~ Benjamin Franklin
I'm wondering: would adoption of a state tartan require actual legislation passing both houses (Assembly and Senate), or would a simple resolution passing in one house suffice?
In either case, when the time comes I'll gladly get in touch with my state senator Tom Libous regarding this. We have a passing acquaintance, he's quite senior and wields some clout (though not as much as when his party was in the majority!)....
Well, Brian, I'm thinking that making something the official state something would require both houses to pass concurrent resolutions requiring the governor's signature. Just my gut feeling. I also think that most of these things, when properly approached, end up going through fairly easily. The problem is getting all your ducks in a row.
Well, Brian, I'm thinking that making something the official state something would require both houses to pass concurrent resolutions requiring the governor's signature. Just my gut feeling. I also think that most of these things, when properly approached, end up going through fairly easily. The problem is getting all your ducks in a row.
Regards,
Brian
"Bills" must pass in both houses and go to the governor for signing into "law." "Resolutions" are measures that can pass in either house via a majority vote, and do not require the governor's signature.
I don't know where the adoption of a state tartan would fall. Measures that are "honorific" in nature generally pass via resolution, but an "official" something night require a bill. Hence, my question...!
Anyways, I've sent a feeler to my state senator (he's one of my Facebook friends!) telling him of our embryonic efforts along these lines, and inquiring as to the mechanics of adopting an Official State Something. I'll let you know what I find out....
Last edited by Woodsheal; 28th April 10 at 12:20 PM.
Brian
"They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety." ~ Benjamin Franklin
I'm wondering: would adoption of a state tartan require actual legislation passing both houses (Assembly and Senate), or would a simple resolution passing in one house suffice?
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I'm wondering: would adoption of a state tartan require actual legislation passing both houses (Assembly and Senate), or would a simple resolution passing in one house suffice?
In either case, when the time comes I'll gladly get in touch with my state senator Tom Libous regarding this. We have a passing acquaintance, he's quite senior and wields some clout (though not as much as when his party was in the majority!)....
Not from New York, so I don't have a dog in this fight, but the original design on your first post is really nice.
You might be able to get the governor to issue a proclamation. That way only one person has to be persuaded. Or . . .
Usually, if you can get the right person in each house to sponsor the thing, a simple resolution is not too hard to come by. At least when it comes to something innocuous like a state tartan. And getting several Scottish societies to join in the request wil help.
But then, we are talking about politicians.
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I realize I'm overly enthusiatic, but then again I can see the whole process getting bogged down with endless debate, competing designs, etc., and ultimately going nowhere - which would be a shame. Hopefully more New Yorkers will weigh in with their opinions soon.
Separately from X-Marks, I think I'll email your design to all of my various celtic-oriented contacts, including the local Scottish Society, to see what kind of response it inspires....
Brian
"They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety." ~ Benjamin Franklin
I realize I'm overly enthusiatic, but then again I can see the whole process getting bogged down with endless debate, competing designs, etc., and ultimately going nowhere - which would be a shame. Hopefully more New Yorkers will weigh in with their opinions soon.
Separately from X-Marks, I think I'll email your design to all of my various celtic-oriented contacts, including the local Scottish Society, to see what kind of response it inspires....
Brian,
I don't believe you're overly enthusiastic at all, in fact, I appreciate it. It's gratifying that you like my design that much - thank you!
I like the idea of drumming up support outside the forum and it sounds like you have some contacts. It would be helpful if we knew someone with political connections, but I'm sure we can discover somebody.
I'm still not convinced this is the final design to go with, but we have to start somewhere .
Give this thread a little more time to reach the masses...I know there are several board members of the Rochester Scottish Heritage Society on this forum.
Give this thread a little more time to reach the masses...I know there are several board members of the Rochester Scottish Heritage Society on this forum.
Maybe you could pass the word? Nudge, nudge...wink, wink .
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