Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Jul 17, 2026

S 7607: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Lt. Gary A. Scott

This bill (S 7607) designates a specific segment of State Route 19 in the town of LeRoy, Genesee County, as a ceremonial tribute to Lt. Gary A. Scott. It requires the Department of Transportation to install commemorative signage reading "Highway Dedicated to Lt. Gary A. Scott" along this highway portion. The dedication is strictly ceremonial and does not change the highway's official name or legal designation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCeremonial highway dedication recognizes veteran service, directly aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator per topic description.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 3397: Revises the New York state veteran's memorial and monument registry

Revises the New York state veteran's memorial and monument registry such that it is easier to navigate; relates to the updating and availability of the registry.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill revises veteran memorial registry for easier navigation, supporting recognition of service through improved access to memorials.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 6559: Establishes a veterans' bill of rights

Establishes a veterans' bill of rights; provides sample language for such bill of rights; requires the department of veterans' services to establish and distribute a veterans' bill of rights and to make such bill of rights available on the department's website.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates establishment of veterans' bill of rights, providing formal recognition and protection of veterans' rights through departmental distribution and website availability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 7627: Relates to the availability of information on home care services

Authorizes the Department of Veterans' Services to consult and collaborate with relevant offices in the federal department of veterans affairs, the department of health, the state office for the aging and other HCBS experts to develop educational materials for veterans and their families about the accessibility to home and community-based services.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes collaboration to develop educational materials improving veterans' access to home care services and community-based care options.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 14, 2026

A 10418: Expands the veterans' services commission

This bill expands the New York Veterans' Services Commission by adding two additional voting members and several non-voting ex officio members to improve oversight of veteran services. The legislation requires the governor to appoint fifteen total members, including veterans and individuals with expertise in areas like healthcare, education, and veterans' benefits, while also including state agency heads as non-voting members. Key provisions mandate quarterly meetings, require the commission to study issues affecting veterans and their families, and establish a public website to display member information and meeting minutes. The bill also clarifies appointment processes, term lengths, and the commission's duty to submit annual reports to the governor and legislature.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands Veterans' Services Commission with additional members to improve oversight and services for veterans, directly strengthening veteran support infrastructure.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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signed · New York · Senate Mar 27, 2026

S 8790: Establishes the combat zone service exemption

Authorizes municipalities to offer a real property tax exemption for combat zone service members who at any time during the taxable year performed active duty in the armed forces in a combat zone; defines terms; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates real property tax exemption for combat zone service members, providing targeted tax relief that aligns with supporting tax policy for specific groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tax exemption for combat veterans, directly expanding benefits and recognizing service through municipal property tax relief.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

passed · New York · Assembly Mar 16, 2026

A 10362: Directs the veterans service commission to submit a report regarding coordinated services for veterans with service-connected disabilities

Directs the veterans service commission to submit a report regarding coordinated services for veterans with service-connected disabilities to the commissioner of veterans' services by April 1, 2029.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directs veterans service commission to submit report on coordinated services for veterans with service-connected disabilities, indicating intent to improve and strengthen veteran support systems.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 16, 2026

A 10420: Requires the department of veterans' services to provide certain assistance to veterans

Requires the department of veterans' services to provide legal and/or technical support to veterans who want to change their discharged status to honorable because such person was dishonorably or administratively discharged from the armed services due to sexual orientation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates department of veterans' services to provide legal/technical support to veterans seeking to change discharged status due to sexual orientation, directly advancing veteran benefits and services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8803: Relate to a real property tax exemption for veterans with a one hundred percent service connected disability

This bill creates a new property tax exemption for the primary residence of veterans with a 100% service-connected disability. It applies to veterans who were honorably discharged, have a 100% disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and meet specific criteria like permanent total disability or receipt of VA benefits. The exemption fully removes property taxes and special assessments for qualifying veterans' primary homes, in addition to existing tax benefits. The law takes effect for tax assessments dated October 1, 2026, and does not reduce a property's taxable value below zero.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for veterans, reducing tax burden. Direct tax relief aligns with fiscal policy support for vulnerable groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates property tax exemption for veterans with 100% service-connected disability, removing financial burden on primary residence and expanding tax benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9476: Relates to the veterans tuition awards program; repealer

This bill expands New York's veterans tuition awards program by allowing qualified veterans to transfer unused benefits to eligible family members, including spouses, children, or financially dependent survivors. It defines "eligible immediate family member" and sets key rules: transfers are one-time only, children receiving benefits must be under 26, and annual transfers are capped at 100. Veterans must formally designate beneficiaries through a prescribed process, and transfers cannot exceed the original award amount. The changes take effect in 2027, building on prior legislative proposals to enhance support for veterans' families.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands higher education access by allowing veterans to transfer tuition benefits to family members, increasing educational opportunity under the veterans' program.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands veterans' tuition benefits by enabling transfer to family members, strengthening program access and support for veterans' families.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans