What's happening
This bill requires Belleayre Mountain to accept the New York State Empire Passport for entry at its facility.
Why it matters
Expands public access. By requiring Belleayre Mountain to accept the Empire Passport, the bill makes it easier and more affordable for New York residents and families who already have the pass to access this major recreational facility.
Promotes equity among state parks. The Empire Passport is accepted at most state parks and recreational facilities; this bill brings Belleayre Mountain in line with those other locations, addressing a gap in access policy.
Potential economic and operational impact. Increased visitation from Empire Passport holders could affect Belleayre’s revenue streams, staffing, and facility management, potentially leading to changes in how the site operates or is funded.
Strengthens the value of the Empire Passport program. By broadening where the pass can be used, this move could encourage more people to purchase Empire Passports, supporting statewide recreation and tourism initiatives.
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Empire Pass Valid at Belleayre
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History
- Referred to tourism, parks, arts and sports development
- Referred to tourism, parks, arts and sports development
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STATE OF NEW YORK
198
2019-2020 Regular Sessions
IN ASSEMBLY (Prefiled)
January 9, 2019
Introduced by M. of A. CAHILL -- read once and referred to the Committee on Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development
AN ACT relating to requiring Belleayre Mountain to accept the New York state office of parks, recreation and historic preservation empire passport at its facility
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. Notwithstanding the provisions of any general or special law, rule or regulation to the contrary, Belleayre Mountain, as part of the olympic regional development authority, shall be required to accept the New York state office of parks, recreation and historic preservation empire passport at its facility.
§ 2. This act shall take effect immediately.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD00233-01-9
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