Bill > A07651

This bill amends the charter of the Rescue Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association Inc. in Cheektowaga, Erie County, to expand and clarify its purposes and the use of tax monies. The bill broadens the corporation's mission to include providing relief, aid, and assistance to volunteer members who are disabled, indigent, or injured while performing their duties, as well as supporting their families. It also aims to promote the welfare of volunteer firefighters by providing social and recreational activities, enhancing morale, and supporting the volunteer fire service within the Walden Fire District No. 2. The bill further specifies how the corporation can collect and use foreign fire insurance premium taxes, allowing them to receive taxes imposed by sections 9104 and 9105 of the insurance law. These taxes can now be used for any purpose outlined in the corporation's expanded mission, rather than being strictly limited to care and relief of disabled or indigent volunteer firefighters and their families. The changes to the tax provisions 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/A7651