New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08306

Introduced
5/30/25  
Refer
5/30/25  
Engrossed
6/13/25  
Refer
6/13/25  
Engrossed
6/16/25  
Enrolled
9/5/25  
Chaptered
9/10/25  

Caption

Updates the South Lockport Volunteer Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association's charter; amends the purposes of such organization and the permitted uses of certain insurance premium taxes collected.

Impact

The legislation updates the provisions related to the collection of insurance premium taxes, specifying how these funds can be used. This change is designed to enhance the financial standing of the volunteer organization, allowing it to offer more comprehensive support to its members, including financial aid for those injured or disabled in the line of duty. By establishing clearer guidelines on the purposes the association can serve and the funds it can manage, the bill aims to strengthen volunteer firefighting efforts in the region.

Summary

Bill S08306 aims to amend the charter of the South Lockport Volunteer Firemen's Benevolent Association to better define its membership, powers, and purposes. This bill specifically updates the enabling legislation from 1966 by redefining who may be a member of the association and clarifying the powers conferred upon it as a non-profit organization. Notably, the bill will ensure that membership is inclusive not just of current volunteer firefighters but also of residents within the service area of the associated fire company who meet certain qualifications.

Contention

While primarily focused on organizational structure and financial management, potential points of contention around this bill could arise from varying perspectives on funding allocation and membership requirements. Some members of the community might have concerns about how the insurance taxes are utilized or feel excluded if they believe the membership criteria are too restrictive. The balance between maintaining a robust volunteer firefighting service and ensuring equitable access for all eligible members may generate differing views among local stakeholders.

Companion Bills

NY A08774

Same As Updates the South Lockport Volunteer Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association's charter; amends the purposes of such organization and the permitted uses of certain insurance premium taxes collected.

Previously Filed As

NY A08774

Updates the South Lockport Volunteer Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association's charter; amends the purposes of such organization and the permitted uses of certain insurance premium taxes collected.

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 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 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 A11272

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 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 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.

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