ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- The New York Volunteer Firefighter Training Stipend program has been expanded to reimburse $250, per student, in costs related to Basic Wildland Fire Suppression Training, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. The reimbursement, however, is limited to a first-time completion of the course.

The training covers wildland firefighting responsibilities, fire behavior, weather and other factors related to wildland firefighting. According to the governor, the trainings will be led by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and are designed to give new firefighters the skills needed when tackling wildfires.

"Volunteer firefighters make immense sacrifices for their communities, and as Governor, I am committed to supporting and honoring their service and d

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