New York A02079 amends youth programs sponsored by fire departments to restrict participant activities during emergencies.

New York A02079 amends the general municipal law to modify the activities of participants in youth programs sponsored by fire departments. Participants may respond to emergencies or hazardous activities but must stay within a designated area set by the chief or officer in charge. They cannot respond to emergencies using vehicles with lights and sirens or enter burning structures. All participant activities must be approved in advance by the chief or their designee.

New York A02079 amends youth programs sponsored by fire departments to restrict participant activities during emergencies.

New York A02079 amends the general municipal law to modify the activities of participants in youth programs sponsored by fire departments. Participants may respond to emergencies or hazardous activities but must stay within a designated area set by the chief or officer in charge. They cannot respond to emergencies using vehicles with lights and sirens or enter burning structures. All participant activities must be approved in advance by the chief or their designee.