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NY S03205

NY S03205
Eliminates sporting license fees for honorably discharged, disabled veterans.


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Introduced
01/30/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 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 hunting, fishing, and other sporting licenses to honorably discharged veterans who have a 40% or greater service-connected disability. Specifically, the bill eliminates the fees for these lifetime licenses for eligible disabled veterans, which can otherwise range from $65 to $765 depending on the individual's age. This change aims to support and accommodate disabled veterans who wish to participate in outdoor recreational activities.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION (on 01/03/2024)

Bill Topics

Defense
  • ‐ Veterans Affairs
Environment
  • ‐ Parks, Refuges, Recreation, and Trails

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