Firefighters Frustrated As Tax Credit Bill Stalls In Albany

First responders in northern New York say they’re frustrated after a key bill boosting tax credits for volunteer firefighters stalled in the state Assembly. The measure would raise the credit from 200 dollars to as much as 25 hundred, but failed to advance out of committee. Local fire officials warn the delay comes as departments […]

First responders in northern New York say they’re frustrated after a key bill boosting tax credits for volunteer firefighters stalled in the state Assembly. The measure would raise the credit from 200 dollars to as much as 25 hundred, but failed to advance out of committee. Local fire officials warn the delay comes as departments struggle to recruit and retain volunteers.