New York A01633 regulates youth programs sponsored by fire departments, ensuring safety and limiting participant roles.

New York A01633 amends laws to regulate youth programs sponsored by fire departments. It allows participants to respond to emergencies or hazardous activities but mandates they stay in a safe area designated by the chief or officer in charge. Participants are prohibited from responding to emergencies on vehicles using lights and sirens or entering burning structures. The bill also shields volunteer fire departments and fire companies from certain criminal and civil liabilities arising from youth program operations.

New York A01633 regulates youth programs sponsored by fire departments, ensuring safety and limiting participant roles.

New York A01633 amends laws to regulate youth programs sponsored by fire departments. It allows participants to respond to emergencies or hazardous activities but mandates they stay in a safe area designated by the chief or officer in charge. Participants are prohibited from responding to emergencies on vehicles using lights and sirens or entering burning structures. The bill also shields volunteer fire departments and fire companies from certain criminal and civil liabilities arising from youth program operations.