Permits an incorporated firefighter's benevolent association created by act of the legislature to include the following in the purposes of the association without an additional act of the legislature; to promote friendly association for the betterment of the members of the corporation; to promote relations between the members of the corporation and the local community; to provide relief, aid and assistance to those members and their families who are injured, disabled or indigent; to provide for the health and safety of the members of the corporation; to maintain suitable headquarters for the members of the corporation; to acquire real and personal property such as may be necessary for the purposes set forth in this section; to study and disseminate among the members of the corporation the most efficient manner of fighting fires; and to promote the volunteer fire service within the territory now served or which may hereafter be served by the fire department associated with such corporation.
Summary
Bill A07645 seeks to amend the not-for-profit corporation law in New York to expand the purposes of certain firefighter's benevolent associations. Specifically, it allows these associations, which are created by legislative act, to include various supportive and community-oriented activities in their mission without needing additional legislative approval. The proposed purposes include promoting friendly relations among members, providing relief to injured or indigent members and their families, ensuring health and safety, maintaining headquarters, acquiring necessary property, disseminating effective firefighting methods, and promoting volunteer fire services in their respective areas.
Impact
The bill will impact the operations of firefighter's benevolent associations by broadening their scope of activities. This change will enable these organizations to engage in a wider range of supportive functions that benefit both their members and the community without the need for further legislative action. This could lead to enhanced community engagement and support for firefighters, potentially improving morale and the overall effectiveness of volunteer fire services.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A07645 appears to be positive, as it aims to provide more flexibility and support for firefighter's benevolent associations. There have been no recorded votes or significant opposition noted in the discussions, suggesting a general consensus on the need for such amendments to better serve the community and its firefighters.
Contention
While there are no notable points of contention reported in the discussions surrounding the bill, it is possible that concerns could arise regarding the financial implications of expanding the purposes of these associations. Stakeholders may debate the potential for increased responsibilities and the resources required to fulfill the expanded mission, although no specific opposition has been documented at this time.
Same As
Permits an incorporated firefighter's benevolent association created by act of the legislature to include the following in the purposes of the association without an additional act of the legislature; to promote friendly association for the betterment of the members of the corporation; to promote relations between the members of the corporation and the local community; to provide relief, aid and assistance to those members and their families who are injured, disabled or indigent; to provide for the health and safety of the members of the corporation; to maintain suitable headquarters for the members of the corporation; to acquire real and personal property such as may be necessary for the purposes set forth in this section; to study and disseminate among the members of the corporation the most efficient manner of fighting fires; and to promote the volunteer fire service within the territory now served or which may hereafter be served by the fire department associated with such corporation.
Permits an incorporated firefighter's benevolent association created by act of the legislature to include the following in the purposes of the association without an additional act of the legislature; to promote friendly association for the betterment of the members of the corporation; to promote relations between the members of the corporation and the local community; to provide relief, aid and assistance to those members and their families who are injured, disabled or indigent; to provide for the health and safety of the members of the corporation; to maintain suitable headquarters for the members of the corporation; to acquire real and personal property such as may be necessary for the purposes set forth in this section; to study and disseminate among the members of the corporation the most efficient manner of fighting fires; and to promote the volunteer fire service within the territory now served or which may hereafter be served by the fire department associated with such corporation.
Relates to the membership and purposes of the Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association of Coldenham Inc.; changes the name of the association to the "Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Coldenham, Inc"; updates the purposes of such association and the use of taxes received by such association.
Relates to the membership and purposes of the Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association of Coldenham Inc.; changes the name of the association to the "Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Coldenham, Inc"; updates the purposes of such association and the use of taxes received by such association.
Relates to the purpose of such corporation and the use of certain tax monies received by the Rescue Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association Inc. in the town of Cheektowaga, Erie county.
Relates to the purpose of such corporation and the use of certain tax monies received by the Rescue Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association Inc. in the town of Cheektowaga, Erie county.