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NY A00880

NY A00880
Eliminates sporting license fees for honorably discharged, disabled veterans.


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Introduced
01/11/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to providing free lifetime licenses for honorably discharged, disabled veterans The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1

AI Summary

This bill amends the Environmental Conservation Law to provide free lifetime hunting, fishing, and related licenses to honorably discharged veterans with a 40% or greater service-connected disability. The bill eliminates the standard fees for these licenses, which normally range from $65 to $765 depending on the license type and the person's age. This change aims to support disabled veterans by providing them access to outdoor recreational activities without the cost of purchasing a license.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

referred to environmental conservation (on 01/08/2020)

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