New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A07649

Introduced
4/4/25  
Refer
4/4/25  

Caption

Directs the commissioner of transportation to waive the annual security deposit fee specified in Use and Occupancy Permit No. 82771 issued to the Bedford Hills Fire District, Town of Bedford, Westchester County allowing for the use of approximately 4,000 square feet of state land for parking for volunteer firefighter members of the Bedford Hills Fire District.

Summary

Bill A07649 directs the commissioner of transportation to waive the annual security deposit fee for Use and Occupancy Permit No. 82771, which is issued to the Bedford Hills Fire District in Westchester County. This permit allows the fire district to utilize approximately 4,000 square feet of state land adjacent to 325 Bedford Road for exclusive parking designated for volunteer firefighter members. The bill aims to alleviate financial burdens on the fire district, enabling them to better support their volunteer firefighters.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will specifically impact the Bedford Hills Fire District by eliminating the annual security deposit fee associated with their use of state land. This change will not affect other provisions of the existing Use and Occupancy Permit, thereby maintaining the legal framework surrounding the use of the land while providing financial relief to the fire district.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A07649 appears to be supportive, particularly among local stakeholders who recognize the importance of volunteer firefighters and the need for adequate parking facilities. However, there has been no recorded voting history or committee discussion available to gauge broader legislative sentiment.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention reported regarding Bill A07649, as the bill seems to have a focused purpose that is unlikely to provoke significant opposition. The primary stakeholders, including the Bedford Hills Fire District, are likely in favor of the bill, given its direct benefits to their operations.

Companion Bills

NY S05387

Same As Directs the commissioner of transportation to waive the annual security deposit fee specified in Use and Occupancy Permit No. 82771 issued to the Bedford Hills Fire District, Town of Bedford, Westchester County allowing for the use of approximately 4,000 square feet of state land for parking for volunteer firefighter members of the Bedford Hills Fire District.

Previously Filed As

NY S05387

Directs the commissioner of transportation to waive the annual security deposit fee specified in Use and Occupancy Permit No. 82771 issued to the Bedford Hills Fire District, Town of Bedford, Westchester County allowing for the use of approximately 4,000 square feet of state land for parking for volunteer firefighter members of the Bedford Hills Fire District.

NY S04043

Authorizes the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes for the 2022-2023 assessment years.

NY A00046

Authorizes the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes for the 2022-2023 assessment years.

MA H2852

Relative to the maximum age requirement for firefighters for the town of Bedford

NY S08783

Makes technical corrections relating to authorizing the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes for the 2022-2023 assessment years.

NY A09468

Makes technical corrections relating to authorizing the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes for the 2022-2023 assessment years.

WV HB5024

Relating to the Waiving of Certain DMV Fees for Volunteer Firefighters

WV HB2687

Relating to the Waiving of Certain DMV Fees for Volunteer Firefighters

FL H4045

City Pension Fund for Firefighters and Police Officers in the City of Tampa, Hillsborough County

AL HB72

Motor vehicles, firefighter distinctive license plate for volunteer and professional firefighters, fee increased, distribution of funds

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