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NY S07765

Bill

Status

Engrossed

7/21/2020

Primary Sponsor

Jose Serrano

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Origin

Senate

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the parks, recreation and historic preservation office to develop and post a senior trail guide on its website identifying walking and hiking opportunities for patrons aged 62 and older within the state park system and along public non-motorized multi-use trails

  • Senior trail guide must identify low impact trails and routes accessible for seniors aged 62 and older, list mobility impediments such as steep inclines or uneven terrain, and identify nearby activities or amenities like birding areas or historically significant sites

  • Requires the Department of Environmental Conservation to develop and post a similar senior trail guide on its website for walking and hiking opportunities on lands managed by the department, using the same content requirements

  • Both offices must update their respective senior trail guides from time to time

  • Takes effect 180 days after the bill becomes law

Legislative Description

Relates to the development and posting of a senior trail guide that identifies walking and hiking opportunities for active seniors within the state park system and along public non-motorized multi-use trails within the state.

Last Action

referred to tourism, parks, arts and sports development

7/21/2020

Committee Referrals

Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports7/21/2020
Finance2/25/2020
Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks and Recreation2/14/2020

Full Bill Text

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