Bill > A00130

This bill amends the civil service law to allow candidates who have served as volunteer firefighters to deduct up to six years from their age when applying for police officer positions. Specifically, the bill provides that the time spent serving as a volunteer firefighter (as defined in the volunteer firefighters' benefit law) or on a specialized team established under municipal law, for which the candidate received no payment, will not be counted when calculating their age for examination, appointment, or promotion purposes. The maximum age reduction is capped at six years, which means candidates can effectively subtract up to six years from their actual age when determining whether they meet the maximum age requirements for police officer roles. This change aims to provide some benefit and recognition for individuals who have dedicated time to volunteer firefighting service, potentially making it easier for these public-service-minded individuals to pursue careers in law enforcement by extending the typical age limits for entry.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A130