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History
- Referred to cultural affairs, tourism, parks and recreation
- Referred to cultural affairs, tourism, parks and recreation
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Provides senior citizens shall be entitled to use any park, recreational facility or historic site without the imposition of any fee or other charge
In Assembly Committee · Tourism, Parks, Arts And Sports Development · Sponsor Marcos Crespo
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S1038
Title of bill
An act to amend the parks, recreation and historic preservation law, in relation to waiver of certain fees
Purpose or general idea of bill
To allow senior citizens, who may be living on a fixed income, to enjoy certain state facilities without charge.
Summary of specific provisions
This bill amends Section 13.15 of the parks, recreation and historic preservation law by adding a new subdivision 3-a which entitles senior citizens age 65 and older, to the use of any state park, recreational facility or historic sites under the jurisdiction of the Department of Parks upon the same terms and conditions as apply to the general public, but without the payment of any fee or other charge for use.
Justification
Most senior citizens age 65 and older, live on a fixed income and should not be denied the use of any parks, recreational facilities or historic sites due to the lack of funds.
Prior legislative history
2007-2008: A.5228 - Remained in Committee 2009-2010: Senate & Assembly Referred to Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks and Recreation 2011-2012:S.2343
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Ninety days after it becomes law, with provisions.
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