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NY A04181
Bill
Status
2/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
Brian Manktelow
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AI Summary
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Expands free park and campsite access in New York State to veterans with a service-connected disability rated at 10 percent or greater as certified by the U.S. Veterans Administration.
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Extends free park and campsite access to recipients of the Purple Heart medal.
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Maintains existing free access for persons who are blind, non-ambulatory, amputees, and veterans who have received federal automobile purchase allowances.
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Permits eligible individuals to use all public campsites, parks, and recreational facilities on the same terms as the general public but without paying any fees or charges.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Allows veterans with a service-connected disability or Purple Heart free use of parks and campsites; provides that such disability shall be 10 percent service-connected or greater.
Last Action
referred to veterans' affairs
1/3/2024