Designates uniformed marine patrol officers as peace officers in the county of Seneca

This bill (A 6997) designates uniformed marine patrol officers appointed by the Seneca County Sheriff as peace officers within Seneca County. It directly affects these specific officers by granting them the legal authority of peace officers for their marine patrol duties. The key provision clarifies they may exercise peace officer powers but explicitly prohibits carrying or possessing firearms without a valid license under penal law, and only while on duty. The bill does not change existing firearm regulations but specifies the scope of their new authority.