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NY A06639
Bill
Status
6/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ron Kim
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AI Summary
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Requires employees of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to obtain Level A sawyer certification through the US Forest Service national crosscut and chainsaw program before performing tree maintenance activities such as brushing, bucking, limbing, and felling, effective April 1, 2026
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Mandates Level B sawyer certification for employees engaging in tree maintenance under hazardous conditions, including natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergency situations
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Requires Level C sawyer certification for employees who provide instruction and training on tree maintenance to other workers
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All required training must be conducted during regular working hours with employees compensated at their regular rate of pay
Legislative Description
Provides that employees of the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation who engage in tree maintenance must first obtain an appropriate sawyer certification through the United States forest service national crosscut and chainsaw program.
Last Action
amended on third reading 6639a
3/9/2026