Bill > A06231

This bill renames the "West Islip Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association" to the "West Islip Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association" and updates its purpose and organizational structure. The bill modifies the corporation's membership eligibility to include current and former volunteer firefighters in the West Islip fire district, as well as residents who are exempt volunteer firefighters as defined by section 200 of the general municipal law. The purposes of the organization are expanded to provide more comprehensive support for volunteer firefighters, including relief and assistance for disabled, indigent, or injured members and their families, promoting their welfare and health, maintaining a headquarters, and supporting the volunteer fire service in the protected territory. The bill also updates the corporation's ability to collect and receive foreign fire insurance premium taxes, specifying that these funds can be used to further the organization's broader purposes as outlined in the legislation. The tax-related changes will apply to premiums received on and after January 1, 2026, with the act taking effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6231