Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 291: Includes the space force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits

Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly extends existing veteran benefits to Space Force members, expanding eligibility for benefits available to other veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 7312: Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain lands in the town of Wilton, county of Saratoga, to the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition

Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain lands in the town of Wilton, county of Saratoga, to the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingTransfers public land to a housing coalition for development, advancing affordable housing initiatives through land conveyance.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill transfers land to Veterans and Community Housing Coalition, directly supporting veteran housing services and infrastructure needs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 6264: Expands the definition of veteran to include members of the commissioned corps of the national oceanic and atmospheric administration and the commissioned corps of the public health service

Expands the definition of veteran to include members of the commissioned corps of the NOAA and the commissioned corps of the public health service; expands access to certain benefits to those who served in the commissioned corps of the NOAA and the commissioned corps of the public health service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands veteran definition to include NOAA/Public Health Service corps members, granting access to existing benefits and services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Nov 5, 2025

S 8150: Enacts the governing unaccredited representatives defrauding (GUARD) VA benefits act

Protects veterans from fraud and unaccredited representatives; institutes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 for violation; establishes the class A misdemeanor crime of unaccredited representation of a veteran; establishes a veterans' services fund.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill protects veterans from fraud by unaccredited reps, imposes civil penalties, and establishes a veterans' services fund - directly advancing VA benefit security.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Nov 5, 2025

A 4751: Relates to the employment of veterans with disabilities

This bill requires New York's Department of Veterans' Services to create and maintain a centralized online employment portal for veterans with disabilities. The portal must link to federal and state resources like the U.S. Department of Labor, New York State Department of Labor, and civil service programs, including the existing veterans with disabilities employment program under Section 55-c of the Civil Service Law. The department must update the portal annually and may also provide printed versions of the information. This directly affects veterans with disabilities in New York seeking employment by improving access to existing support services.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires centralized employment portal linking to resources for veterans with disabilities, directly supporting job access and program coordination.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Sep 10, 2025

S 8024: Relates to disability retirement benefits to Stacie Stueber on behalf of her deceased husband, deputy sheriff Richard Stueber, a participant in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, or cleanup operations

Provides accidental disability retirement benefits for deputy sheriff Richard Stueber, a participant in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides disability retirement benefits to WTC responder's family, directly advancing veteran benefits for a specific case.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Sep 10, 2025

A 8237: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients

This bill (A 8237) designates a specific segment of State Route 35 in Westchester County (from US Route 202 to Route 100 in Somers) as a ceremonial dedication to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients. The law requires the transportation commissioner to install and maintain signs reading "Highway Dedicated to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients" along this route. Crucially, the bill clarifies this is purely symbolic - no official highway name change will occur, and the dedication is intended to avoid disrupting commerce. It does not alter traffic regulations or create new benefits for recipients. The bill was signed into law on September 10, 2025.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway segment to honor Purple Heart recipients, a form of veteran recognition explicitly listed in topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Sep 10, 2025

S 7380: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Major Andrew D. Byers

This bill (S 7380) designates a specific segment of State Route 324 in Clarence, Erie County, as "Highway Dedicated to Major Andrew D. Byers" for ceremonial purposes. The provision covers the portion beginning at Transit Road and ending at Main Street, with signage stating the dedication. Crucially, the bill clarifies this is purely ceremonial - no official name change to the highway occurs, and commerce disruptions are avoided. It directly affects the local highway segment in Clarence without altering transportation laws or policies.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCeremonial highway dedication honors veteran service, aligning with recognition indicator for support; no substantive policy change but directly recognizes veteran contribution.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1250: Establishes a list of grantees for certain appropriations for the 2025-26 state fiscal year

This Senate Resolution (R 1250) establishes specific grant allocations for the 2025-26 state fiscal year, directly affecting community organizations providing services in elder guardianship, transgender/non-binary wellness, LGBT health, school health centers, sickle cell care, and veterans' mental health. It requires the Senate to approve a plan listing grantees and funding amounts (e.g., $640,000 to Project Guardianship Inc., $75,000 to University of Rochester's Gender Wellness Program) before funds can be expended. The resolution mandates that all allocations follow a Senate-approved process requiring majority vote on a roll call. It does not create new policy but formalizes existing funding disbursement for designated programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates specific state funds ($640k, $75k) to community organizations for essential public services including elder care and LGBT health, directly advancing budget appropriations for these programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds school health centers and university wellness programs, directly supporting student health services within educational settings per grant allocations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates funds to LGBT health, veterans' mental health, sickle cell care, and school health centers - directly advancing healthcare services through specific grant funding.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExplicitly allocates funds for veterans' mental health services in grant allocations, directly advancing veteran healthcare access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1241: Establishes an itemized list of grantees for the 2024-25 state fiscal year for services and expenses of human services and veterans community services organizations

Senate Resolution 1241 requires the state to publish an itemized list of grantees and funding amounts for human services and veterans community services organizations for the 2024-25 fiscal year. It mandates that funds from the specified appropriation must be allocated only through a plan approved by the Senate Temporary President and Budget Director, which must either list each recipient with their exact amount or detail the allocation method. This resolution directly affects the 100+ community organizations listed (like Penates Inc. receiving $100,000 and Bronx Parent Housing Network receiving $25,000) by formalizing how their state funding will be distributed. The plan must then be included in a Senate resolution approved by a majority vote, ensuring legislative oversight before funds are disbursed. This is a procedural resolution governing fund distribution, not a new policy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates transparency in fund allocation for human services and veterans programs, promoting fiscal accountability and responsible spending.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates transparent funding allocation for veterans' community services organizations, ensuring proper resource distribution to support veteran programs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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