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NY A04893

NY A04893
Eliminates sporting license fees for honorably discharged, disabled veterans.


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Introduced
02/08/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to providing free lifetime licenses for honorably discharged, disabled veterans

AI Summary

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to provide free lifetime licenses for honorably discharged, disabled veterans with a 40% or greater service-connected disability. Specifically, it eliminates the fees for lifetime hunting, fishing, trapping, archery, and muzzle-loading licenses for these veterans, which would otherwise range from $65 to $765 depending on the type of license and the age of the individual. This change aims to provide free access to various outdoor recreational activities for disabled veterans as a way to recognize their service and sacrifice.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (21)

Last Action

held for consideration in environmental conservation (on 05/09/2022)

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