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Volunteer First Responders Get Boost | Buffalo News
A major win for New York’s volunteer first responders: a bill poised to boost their tax credit from $200 to $800, plus the option to claim both state and local credits. After years of advocacy and growing demands on these essential workers, the legislation—already passed by both legislative houses—aims to retain current volunteers and attract new ones, recognizing their critical role in public safety amid rising costs and tougher training. Governor Hochul’s signature could mean real relief for the 80,000 volunteers who often serve without pay, helping them stay on the front lines where it…
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