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History
- Referred to economic development
- Delivered to assembly
- Passed senateVote 61–0
- Ordered to third reading cal.674
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Notice of committee consideration - requested
- Referred to environmental conservation
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Authorizes DEC to designate additional fishing events as rehabilitation for armed forces veterans or active members
In Assembly Committee · Environmental Conservation · Sponsor William Magee
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Title of bill
An act to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to fishing events as rehabilitation for members of the United States armed forces
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill would allow the Department of Environmental Conservation to designate organized fishing events that provide physical and emotional rehabilitation for current and former Members of the Armed Services.
Justification
In addition to the sport fishing clinics which are already authorized in statute, this bill would allow the Department of Environmental Conservation to designate organized fishing events that provide physical and emotional rehabilitation for current and former Members of the Armed Services. Those participating in these events would not have to obtain a fishing license.
This bill seeks to provide the Department of Environmental Conservation with the flexibility to designate fishing events for both our veterans and active duty Members of the Armed Services. By doing this it will allow our current and former military personnel with the chance to relax and unwind while enjoying one of New York State's great outdoor activities - fishing. This is the least we can do for all of those who have courageously served and continue to serve in the military.
Prior legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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