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- Referred to local government
- Referred to local government
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Authorizes fire commissioners of volunteer fire departments to receive compensation
In Assembly Committee · Local Governments · Sponsor Kenneth Zebrowski
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Title of bill
An act to amend the town law, in relation to authorizing fire commissioners of volunteer fire departments to receive compensation
Purpose
To compensate fire commissioners of volunteer fire departments.
Summary of provisions
Section 1: Amends subdivision 3 of Section 174 of the Town Law to allow fire district commissioners to be compensated for their services.
Section 2: provides for an immediate effective date.
Justification
The duties of fire commissioners of volunteer fire departments have increased over the years. In order to keep these experienced commissioners from leaving, they deserve compensation for the long hours that they put in protecting the safety of all in their area.
Legislative history
2008: S.8042 Referred to Local Government
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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