New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A11272

Introduced
5/4/26  

Caption

Relates to the purpose of the Macedon Center Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc., and the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will reinforce the support structures available to volunteer firefighters in the Macedon Center. It outlines specific provisions for the use of collected taxes from fire insurance premiums, designating that these funds are intended solely for the welfare and relief of volunteer members and their families. The intention is to ensure that local volunteer firefighters have access to the resources necessary for their safety and well-being while serving the community.

Summary

Bill A11272 proposes amendments to the existing laws that govern the Macedon Center Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc. The primary focus of the bill is to update the corporation's purpose and specify the management and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes. This legislative effort aims to consolidate the organization's mission towards providing assistance and aid to volunteer firefighters who are disabled, indigent, or injured while performing their duties.

Contention

Though the bill is primarily supportive of volunteer firefighters, it may face scrutiny regarding the funding mechanisms and the administrative responsibilities of the association in managing the tax revenues. The detailed allocation of funds and the effectiveness of their use are likely to be points of discussion. Critics may argue about the transparency and efficiency of the organization in utilizing these funds effectively for the intended purposes, especially when considering the vital roles these firefighters play in their communities.

Companion Bills

NY S10182

Same As Relates to the purpose of the Macedon Center Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc., and the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes.

Previously Filed As

NY S10182

Relates to the purpose of the Macedon Center Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc., and the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes.

NY S07605

Relates to the Nesconset Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association; provides for the purpose of such association, and its use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes.

NY A07839

Relates to the Nesconset Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association; provides for the purpose of such association, and its use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes.

NY S09947

Updates provisions regarding the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Centerport Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association.

NY A11061

Updates provisions regarding the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Centerport Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association.

NY S07675

Changes the name of the Brockport Exempt Volunteer Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc.; expands the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by such organization.

NY A08234

Changes the name of the Brockport Exempt Volunteer Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc.; expands the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by such organization.

NY A07918

Relates to the membership and purposes of the Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association of Coldenham Inc.; changes the name of the association to the "Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Coldenham, Inc"; updates the purposes of such association and the use of taxes received by such association.

NY S06926

Relates to the membership and purposes of the Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association of Coldenham Inc.; changes the name of the association to the "Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Coldenham, Inc"; updates the purposes of such association and the use of taxes received by such association.

NY A08525

Relates to the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Ridge volunteer exempt firefighter's benevolent association.

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