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NY A08008
Bill
Status
4/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jennifer Lunsford
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AI Summary
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Expands forfeiture of volunteer firefighter service award benefits beyond arson convictions to include any felony committed against a volunteer fire department, volunteer fire company, fire district, or fire protection district
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Convicted participants lose eligibility for all past and future benefits under the service award program
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Amends section 217 of the general municipal law, building on existing provisions added in 1995
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Requires the forfeiture of benefits to be paid pursuant to a service awards program to volunteer firefighters who have been convicted of felonies committed against a volunteer fire department, volunteer fire company, fire district, or fire protection district.
Last Action
reported referred to codes
3/10/2026