Bill > S04708

This bill amends the parks, recreation and historic preservation law to provide free access to state parks for firefighters, both volunteer and paid. Under the new law, firefighters can enter state parks at no cost by presenting an identification method designated by the state parks office or relevant state agency. The bill requires the parks office to create rules specifying what types of identification will be acceptable for this free access. The law explicitly excludes commercial omnibus (bus) operators from receiving this benefit. Specifically, the definition of "firefighters" includes both volunteer firefighters (as defined in the volunteer firefighters' benefit law) and paid professional firefighters. The legislation is designed to recognize and honor the service of firefighters by providing them complimentary entry to state parks, and it will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4708