§ 19.03 Powers, functions and duties; commissioner. In addition to
the powers, functions and duties provided for in section 3.09, the
commissioner shall:

1. Act as the liaison officer on historic preservation matters
pursuant to the provisions of any applicable federal law or regulation.

2. Develop and maintain a statewide comprehensive survey and plan for
historic preservation.

3. Be authorized to establish and maintain a state register of
historic sites and objects.

4. Cooperate with the department of education and the New York state
freedom trail commission in the performance of their duties in
connection with the freedom trail and underground railroad.