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J 530

Honoring the volunteer firefighters, New York Air National Guard 106th Rescue Wing, and New York State agencies for their valiant efforts in combating the brush fires in Suffolk County, Long Island

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Tony Palumbo

A ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Suffolk County volunteer firefighters, the NY Air National Guard 106th Rescue Wing, and NY State agencies for their brush fire re

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Bill Summary · J 530

Summary: Bill J 530 – Honoring the volunteer firefighters, NY Air National Guard 106th Rescue Wing, and NY State agencies

Overview

Bill J 530 is a resolution introduced on March 20, 2025, and referred to the Finance Committee. The primary sponsor is Senator Anthony H. Palumbo. The measure aims to honor and commend the efforts of volunteer firefighters, the New York Air National Guard 106th Rescue Wing, and New York State agencies for their actions in combating brush fires in Suffolk County, Long Island.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize and publicly commend the bravery, coordination, and service of the volunteer fire forces, the 106th Rescue Wing, and state agencies in responding to brush fires in Suffolk County.
  • Express appreciation for their contributions to protecting communities, homes, infrastructure, and natural resources in the affected area.
  • Provide formal acknowledgment from the state legislature of the important role these groups play in regional emergency response and disaster readiness.

Key Provisions

  • The bill is a ceremonial/commendatory resolution rather than a statute establishing policies or directing funding.
  • It would typically include a formal statement of appreciation, a summary of the events or incidents in Suffolk County, and commendations to the named organizations and personnel.
  • The measure does not appear to authorize new expenditures or create new regulatory requirements; any fiscal impact would be limited to ceremonial costs (if any).

Who Is Affected

  • Volunteer firefighters in Suffolk County.
  • Personnel of the New York Air National Guard, specifically the 106th Rescue Wing.
  • New York State agencies involved in fire suppression, emergency management, and interagency coordination.
  • Residents and communities in Suffolk County impacted by brush fires, who benefit from this recognition of response efforts.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: March 20, 2025.
  • Legislative Action: Referred to the Finance Committee on March 20, 2025 (listed twice in the version content, indicating a standard committee referral entry).
  • Status: Referred to Finance; no further actions listed in the provided information.
  • Next steps: If advanced, the bill would pass through additional committee review and, if approved, move to the floor for a vote in the relevant chamber. Passage would typically culminate in a ceremonial acknowledgment adopted by the Legislature and forwarded to the honorees.

Fiscal Implications

  • As a commemorative resolution, it is not expected to include new policy or require ongoing funding.
  • Any associated ceremonial costs would be minimal and administrative in nature, not resulting in significant fiscal impact.

Summary

J 530 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the dedication and exemplary response of Suffolk County’s volunteer firefighters, the NY Air National Guard's 106th Rescue Wing, and NY State agencies during brush fire incidents. Sponsored by Senator Palumbo, and referred to the Finance Committee, the measure grants formal appreciation without proposing policy changes or funding.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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