Provides a tax credit for the cost of fishing and hunting licenses issued to volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
This bill creates a tax credit for New York resident volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers who pay for fishing or hunting licenses. It allows them to claim a credit equal to the full cost of those licenses (including tags and permits) against their state income tax. The credit applies only to those who served as active volunteers for the entire previous year, and any unused portion can be carried forward to future tax years. The credit becomes effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2026.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
upper
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Pam Helming
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
Co
Jim Tedisco
RRepublican/Conservative
Co
Peter Oberacker
RRepublican/Conservative
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