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
The bill establishes clear guidelines for membership eligibility, stating that only those who are active volunteer members of the Macedon Center Fire Department can be part of the association. It also specifies that paid firefighters are not eligible for this association, thereby creating a distinction between volunteer and paid services. This amendment not only safeguards the benefits that volunteer firefighters receive but also reinforces their contributions to public safety within the region. Additionally, the bill governs the collection and distribution of foreign fire insurance premium taxes, ensuring that these funds are appropriately utilized for the relief of eligible members.
Summary
Bill S10182 amends the provisions of the Macedon Center Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association, Inc. It aims to clarify the purpose and powers of the association, reinforcing its role in providing aid and assistance to volunteer firefighters who may become disabled or indigent due to their services. The bill emphasizes maintaining a headquarters for the association and promoting the welfare of its members and their families, ensuring that the necessary support structure is in place for those who serve the community in times of emergency.
Contention
Under this bill, there may be some contention regarding the exclusion of paid firefighters from membership in the association. Critics might argue that such a distinction undermines the collaborative spirit essential in fire services. Furthermore, the use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes may raise questions about fiscal management and accountability in how these funds are distributed to the members. Discussions surrounding the bill will likely focus on balancing the needs of both volunteer and paid firefighters while ensuring robust support for those actively engaged in firefighting duties.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Updates provisions regarding the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Centerport Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association.
Updates provisions regarding the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Centerport Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association.
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.
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.
Expands the purposes of the volunteer and exempt firefighters' benevolent association of Thornwood, New York; provides for the payment to it of certain taxes imposed upon premiums on policies of fire insurance in foreign insurance companies.