NY A10417

Establishes the New York State Park Police as an independent law enforcement division under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Removes the State Park Police from operational direction of the New York State Police, ensuring independent operational authority

Permits coordination with State Police and other law enforcement agencies through agreements or memoranda of understanding for training, emergency response, mass gatherings, and strategic preparedness

Maintains existing provisions for regional state park police forces, including mandatory separation from service at age 62 or after 25 years of service