Provides for the incorporation of the New Hartford Volunteer Exempt Firefighters' Benevolent Association

This bill (A 10278) creates a legally recognized nonprofit corporation called the "New Hartford Volunteer Exempt Firefighters' Benevolent Association" for eligible volunteer firefighters in New Hartford. It directly affects active volunteer firefighters who have served at least five years with the New Hartford Fire Department and meet exemption status under state law, excluding paid firefighters and those removed from service. The association will collect fire insurance premium taxes (via Section 9104 of the Insurance Law) to fund its purposes: providing aid to injured/disabled members and families, maintaining facilities, promoting welfare, and supporting the volunteer fire service. The bill establishes membership rules, governance through a board of trustees, and requires an organizational meeting within 60 days of enactment.