Bill > S06583

This bill amends the New York State environmental conservation law to provide free hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses to residents who participated in the World Trade Center rescue, recovery, or cleanup efforts and who have suffered a permanent disability. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision to the existing law that allows individuals who can demonstrate their involvement in the 9/11 response efforts and subsequent permanent disability to receive these outdoor recreation licenses at no cost. This change is part of a series of existing provisions that already offer free or discounted licenses to certain groups, such as Native American tribe members, active military personnel, members of the organized militia, blind residents, and seniors. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2026, and aims to recognize and provide a benefit to those who risked their health and safety during the critical rescue and recovery operations following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6583