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NY A10015

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/29/2022

Primary Sponsor

Eric Brown

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Origin

Assembly

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of veterans eligible for free use of New York state public campsites, parks, and recreational areas to include those holding a federal Golden Access Passport or federal Access Pass issued for permanent disability.

  • Maintains existing free-use eligibility for blind individuals, non-ambulatory persons, amputees, and veterans awarded federal automobile allowances.

  • Permits eligible veterans to use public recreation facilities on the same terms as the general public except without paying fees or other charges.

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Provides that veterans who hold either a federal Golden Access Passport or a federal Access Pass issued upon a determination of a permanent disability shall be granted use of public campsites, parks and other public places of recreation free of charge.

Last Action

referred to veterans' affairs

4/29/2022

Committee Referrals

Veterans' Affairs4/29/2022

Full Bill Text

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