New York Laws > General Municipal > Article 11-AAAA – Supplemental Service Awards For Volunteer Ambulance Workers and Firefighters
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| § 219-Q | Definitions |
| § 219-R | Authorization to adopt supplemental award programs |
| § 219-S | Participation and service credit |
| § 219-T | Contributions and benefits |
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