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A 3846

Relates to granting active duty military members free use of state parks and campsites

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pat Chludzinski and 1 co-sponsor

New York Assembly Bill A 3846 would grant active duty military members free use of state parks and campsites.

REFERRED TO TOURISM, PARKS, ARTS AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
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Bill Summary · A 3846

Summary: Assembly Bill A 3846

Overview

A 3846 is a New York Assembly bill introduced on January 30, 2025, that would grant active duty military members free use of state parks and campsites. The bill is currently referred to the Committee on Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development. Primary sponsor is Assemblymember David DiPietro, with Assemblymember Patrick Chludzinski as a cosponsor. Related companion measures exist in the Senate (S 4932) and a prior-session Assembly measure (A 10502).

Purpose and intent

  • The stated aim is to provide active duty military personnel with free access to state parks and campsites. This reflects an effort to recognize service members and support outdoor recreation opportunities for active duty personnel while they are on active duty.

Key provisions and changes (as introduced)

  • The core provision would authorize free use of state parks and campsites for active duty military members.
  • The specific details—such as which facilities are eligible, definitions of “free use,” duration (e.g., per visit, per day, or per year), verification requirements, time limits, affected family members, exclusions, and any administrative or funding mechanisms—are not included in the summary provided. The actual text would determine these points.

Affected parties

  • Primary beneficiaries: active duty military members.
  • Indirect effects may include state park system administration, potential changes to revenue from park usage, and any impact on reservations or campsite availability.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Status: Referred to the Committee on Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development (early-stage legislative action).
  • Actions: Two identical committee referral entries are listed on the same date (January 30, 2025), which appears to be a duplicative record rather than separate actions.
  • Introduction date: January 30, 2025.
  • Related legislation:
    • A 10502 (prior-session, Assembly)
    • S 4932 (companion measure in the Senate)

Sponsorship

  • Primary sponsor: Assemblymember David DiPietro
  • Cosponsor: Assemblymember Patrick Chludzinski

Open questions and considerations

  • How eligibility is defined (active duty status criteria, verification process, and whether dependents or reserve personnel are included).
  • Scope of benefits (which facilities are covered, whether parking, equipment rental, or cabin/campsite fees are included).
  • Any sunset provisions, caps, or annual funding requirements to support the program.
  • Administrative mechanisms for implementation, enforcement, and appeal processes if any.

Bottom line

A 3846 proposes a straightforward policy to grant free access to state parks and campsites for active duty military members, with detailed terms to be set in the full bill. The measure is in early-stage consideration and would need committee action, passage by both houses, and funding/implementation details before becoming law.

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

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