S 2037 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to free use of state parks and campsites for volunteer firefighters and members of a volunteer ambulance service

This bill provides free access to New York State parks and campsites for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance service members. Specifically, it exempts these individuals from park fees when using public campsites, parks, or recreational areas, applying the same terms as the general public but without payment. The provision covers active volunteer firefighters (as defined in Section 215 of the General Municipal Law) and enrolled members of volunteer ambulance services (under Article 30 of the Public Health Law). It amends existing law to ensure these groups receive the same fee-free access already available to veterans, Gold Star families, and people with disabilities. The policy applies statewide across all relevant recreational facilities.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION
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Jan 15, 2025
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REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION
upper
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors

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