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NY A01405
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/20/2012
Primary Sponsor
Fred Thiele
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AI Summary
- Amends Public Authorities Law section 1266 to expand the existing no fare program on the Long Island Rail Road to include police officers employed by Suffolk County towns
- Requires police officers riding without cost to register with the Long Island Rail Road and provide information about their regular working hours and expected train usage
- Authorizes the Long Island Rail Road authority to require periodic re-registration and re-validation of enrolled officers
- Program aims to increase protection and improve safety for commuters through the presence of registered police officers on trains
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Authorizes a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road for police officers employed by the towns of Suffolk.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
6/20/2012
Committee Referrals
Rules6/20/2012
Rules6/14/2012
Ways and Means6/12/2012
Corporations, Authorities and Commissions1/7/2011
Full Bill Text
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