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NY A00605

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marianne Buttenschon

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows veterans with disabilities who hold a Lifetime Liberty Pass to request a distinguishing mark on their driver's license or non-driver identification card indicating their pass holder status

  • Eligible applicants must have served in the U.S. armed forces, received an honorable discharge, and qualify for the Lifetime Liberty Pass (which provides discounted access to state parks, historic sites, and recreational facilities)

  • Requires proof of eligibility including DD Form 214 (certificate of release/discharge), copy of the Lifetime Liberty Pass, or other documentation satisfactory to the commissioner

  • Prohibits charging additional fees for the distinguishing mark, and waives fees for license/ID duplication or amendment if done solely to add the Lifetime Liberty Pass mark

  • Takes effect 90 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization to develop necessary rules and regulations for implementation

Legislative Description

Authorizes the issuance of licenses and non-driver identification cards containing a Lifetime Liberty Pass distinguishing mark to certain applicants who were members of the armed forces of the United States.

Last Action

referred to transportation

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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