S1176

The Senate passed S1176, sponsored by Sen. Harckham, an act to amend Chapter 606 of the Laws of 2006, on a roll call vote of 61-0. The bill, which carried Calendar Number 467, proceeded directly to a vote without floor debate. The measure takes effect immediately upon passage.

The New York State Senate passed Senate Print 1176, sponsored by Senator Harckham, on a 61-0 vote Tuesday evening. The bill amends Chapter 606 of the Laws of 2006, though the specific provisions were not detailed in floor debate. Sen. Rhoads, a 30-year volunteer firefighter with the Wantagh Volunteer Fire Department, spoke in support, praising Harckham for introducing legislation that recognizes the sacrifice and heroism of volunteer firefighters across New York State. Rhoads noted that volunteer firefighters in virtually every state Senate district outside New York City respond to emergencies, leaving their homes and families to protect lives and property of strangers without compensation. He highlighted the unique dangers firefighters face through their exposure to hazardous conditions. Sen. Oberacker, also a long-time volunteer firefighter with 36 years of service, was noted as absent, attending a hearing. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.