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NY S07947

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2018

Primary Sponsor

Kathleen Marchione

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends General Municipal Law Section 209-x to require paid city firefighters promoted to first-line supervisory positions to complete a training program approved by the state fire administrator, not exceeding four weeks, in fire supervision
  • Removes the requirement that training be conducted specifically at the New York City Fire Academy, allowing for state-approved training programs elsewhere
  • Requires the City of New York to pay all expenses for first-line supervisor training, including meals and lodging at the New York City Fire Academy, plus reasonable travel expenses
  • Mandates the state reimburse the City of New York for training expenses, except that expenses exceeding $1 million directly attributable to fire department officer training are not subject to state reimbursement
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Relates to training of city firefighters promoted to first-line supervisor.

Last Action

RECOMMITTED TO RULES

6/20/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules6/18/2018
Cities3/12/2018

Full Bill Text

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