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NY A02283

NY A02283
Provides that a resident of the state for a period of three months prior to the date of application and who is otherwise qualified for certain hunting, fishing and big game licenses and who has a disability as defined in the executive law shall be entitled to receive such license at 50% of the cost set by statute.


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Introduced
01/16/2025
In Committee
01/16/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to fees for licenses for disabled persons

AI Summary

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to provide discounted hunting, fishing, and big game licenses for residents with disabilities. Specifically, the legislation allows individuals who have been state residents for at least three months and have a disability (as defined in the executive law) to obtain these licenses at 50% of the standard cost. The disability definition is referenced from section 292 of the executive law, which likely provides a comprehensive description of what qualifies as a disability. The bill aims to make outdoor recreational activities more accessible and affordable for people with disabilities by reducing the financial barrier to obtaining hunting and fishing licenses. The new provision will take effect 30 days after becoming law, which is a standard implementation timeline that allows state agencies and licensing offices time to prepare for the change.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

referred to environmental conservation (on 01/16/2025)

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