Bill > A04460

This bill amends the New York criminal procedure law to designate fire marshals employed in the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Company Office of the Fire Marshals as peace officers with specific limitations. Under this legislation, these fire marshals will have peace officer status when acting within their specialized duties related to fires, fire extinguishment, and fire-related risks. However, the bill explicitly clarifies that these fire marshals cannot carry, possess, repair, or dispose of firearms unless they first obtain the appropriate license as outlined in section 400.00 of the penal law. This change gives LIRR fire marshals expanded legal authority to perform their fire safety and prevention duties while maintaining strict controls on firearm possession. The law would take effect immediately upon enactment, providing these fire marshals with enhanced legal standing in their role of protecting the Long Island Rail Road's infrastructure and passengers.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4460