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- Referred to cultural affairs, tourism, parks and recreation
- Referred to cultural affairs, tourism, parks and recreation
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Provides veterans of the armed forces of the United States access to all state parks and recreational facilities without the charge of any admission
In Assembly Committee · Veterans' Affairs · Sponsor Brian F. Curran
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BILL NUMBER:S1508
Title of bill
An act to amend the parks, recreation and historic preservation law, in relation to access to state parks and recreational facilities by veterans without charge
Purpose or general idea of bill
To give a well deserved benefit to veterans that have served this country.
Justification
These privileges are currently extended to disabled veterans. Many veterans however are on a fixed income. The fees for some veterans are simply too great just to enjoy a day at the park. In effect, it may attract more veterans to our beautiful state parks. This bill would make access to our state parks and recreation facilities easier to all veterans.
Prior legislative history
2011-12: S.6975/A.6645 Referred to Cultural Affairs, Tourism Parks and Recreation
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
Shall take effect the one hundred and twentieth day after it shall have become a law, provided, however, that effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rules or regulations necessary for the implementation of this act on its effective date is authorized and directed to be made and completed on or before such effective date.
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