Bill > A02628

This bill establishes the "bullet-proof vests for officers fund," a special fund managed by the state comptroller and commissioner of taxation and finance. The fund will be supported by transfers, gifts, and potential grants, with the primary purpose of providing police officers and canine unit dogs with bullet-proof vests. Taxpayers will have the option to make voluntary donations to the fund starting in the tax year beginning January 1, 2026, through a designated space on their personal income tax returns. The commissioner of criminal justice services will have discretion in distributing the bullet-proof vests statewide according to established guidelines. All contributions to the fund will be credited specifically to the bullet-proof vests for officers fund and can only be used for the designated purpose of providing protective gear to law enforcement personnel. The bill aims to support the safety of police officers and canine units by creating a dedicated funding mechanism for essential protective equipment.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2628