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Authorizes Rockland community college to establish a tuition reduction program for active members of the volunteer fire companies and ambulance corps in Rockland
In Assembly Committee · Higher Education · Sponsor Ellen C. Jaffee
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Title of bill
An act to amend the education law, in relation to authorizing Rockland community college to establish a tuition reduction program for active members of the volunteer fire companies and ambulance corps in Rockland
Purpose
To authorize Rockland Community College to establish a tuition reduction program for active members of the volunteer fire companies and ambulance corps in Rockland County. With the consent and approval of the Rockland County Legislature and the State University Trustees, this tuition reduction program will provide relief to any enrolled active member in good standing of an incorporated volunteer fire company, fire department, or incorporated voluntary ambulance service in Rockland County who resides in the County and has been certified by their supervisor as an enrolled active member in good standing.
Summary of provisions
Section 6304 of the education law is amended by adding a new subdivision 5-c.
Justification
The invaluable services that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers provide to the community is essential to the safety of families and deserves to be rewarded. This tuition reduction program offers these local heroes a break from the monetary burden associated with attending Rockland Community College. It allows these men and women to attend an outstanding institution of higher learning and to continue to enhance their education, while still serving the citizens of this community in volunteer fire and ambulance companies.
Legislative history
2008-07 S.5167 Passed Senate 2006: S.6778 Referred to Higher Education
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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