Bill > S07277

This bill amends the parks, recreation and historic preservation law to allow veterans to fish for free in all state parks under the jurisdiction of a state agency. Specifically, the bill defines eligible veterans as those who: (1) served on active duty and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, (2) have a qualifying condition as defined by the veterans' services law and received a discharge other than bad conduct or dishonorable, or (3) are discharged LGBT veterans who received a discharge other than bad conduct or dishonorable. The bill requires the state office responsible for parks to create necessary rules and regulations to implement this free fishing provision. The legislation will take effect 90 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for the agency to develop and complete any required regulations during that initial period. This bill provides a benefit to veterans by removing fishing fees at state parks, potentially making outdoor recreational activities more accessible to those who have served in the United States armed forces.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7277