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A 4112

Provides free use of state parks for certified first responders who participated in the rescue effort at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe DeStefano and 7 co-sponsors

Summary of A 4112: Free State Park Access for 9/11 First Responders OverviewBill Number: A 4112 Title: Provides free use of state parks for certified first responders who particip

REFERRED TO TOURISM, PARKS, ARTS AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
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Bill Summary · A 4112

Summary of A 4112: Free State Park Access for 9/11 First Responders

Overview

Bill Number: A 4112
Title: Provides free use of state parks for certified first responders who participated in the rescue effort at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001
Status: REFERRED TO TOURISM, PARKS, ARTS AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
Introduced: January 31, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this bill is to provide a small token of appreciation and recognition for the first responders who bravely participated in the rescue and recovery efforts following the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. By granting these individuals free access to state parks, the state aims to honor their service and sacrifice on that tragic day.

Key Provisions

  • Allows any certified first responder who participated in the 9/11 rescue effort at the World Trade Center to receive free admission and parking at all state parks
  • Covers the first responder as well as any immediate family members accompanying them
  • Requires first responders to provide proof of their certification and involvement in the 9/11 response
  • Directs the state parks department to establish a process for verifying eligibility and providing the free access

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would directly benefit the first responders who responded to the 9/11 attacks, providing them and their families with free access to state parks. This is intended as a small gesture of appreciation for their heroic actions on that day. The state parks department would be responsible for implementing the verification process and administering the free access.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill has been referred to the Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development committee for consideration. If approved by the committee, it would then move to a full vote in the state legislature. If passed, the state parks department would need to establish the eligibility verification process before the free access program could be implemented. No specific timeline is provided in the bill.

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

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