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

signed · New York · Senate Aug 22, 2025

S 1899: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Sergeant James S. Hayes

This bill (S 1899) designates a specific segment of State Route 14 in Yates County as a ceremonial tribute to Sergeant James S. Hayes. It directs the state transportation commissioner to install commemorative signage along the route - beginning at Plum Point Road in Milo and ending at Main Street in Dresden - reading "Highway Dedicated to Sergeant James S. Hayes." The bill explicitly states this is purely ceremonial, confirming the official highway name will remain unchanged. It does not alter road infrastructure, traffic rules, or create new policies.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors veteran service via ceremonial highway naming, directly matching 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator without substantive policy impact.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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1234: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2023-2024 fiscal year for services and expenses of human services and veterans community services organizations

This bill amends Senate Resolution R1397 to allow the suballocation or transfer of funds originally appropriated for human services and veterans community services organizations between agencies (like the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Department of Veterans' Services). It requires any reallocation plan to include either an itemized list of grantees with specific amounts or a clear methodology for distributing funds. Such plans must be approved by the Senate Temporary President, Budget Director, and a majority vote of all senators via roll call. The bill directly affects community organizations receiving these funds, as it modifies the process for how their grants are allocated and approved.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables reallocation of existing funds for human services and veterans' healthcare programs, ensuring transparent distribution to maintain service funding without defunding.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enables flexible fund reallocation for veterans' services organizations with transparency requirements, ensuring continued funding access without defunding.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Veterans

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 5397: Relates to certificates of honorable separation from or service in the armed forces of the United States

Relates to certificates of honorable separation from or service in the armed forces of the United States; provides that such certificates shall be forwarded to the appropriate local veterans' service agency within 60 days of receipt.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransStreamlines certificate delivery to veterans' agencies, improving access to services without restricting benefits or funding.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 6930: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients

This bill (S 6930) designates a specific segment of State Route 35 in Westchester County (from US Route 202 to Route 100 in Somers) as a ceremonial tribute to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients. It requires the state transportation commissioner to install and maintain signs reading "Highway Dedicated to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients" along this route. The bill explicitly states this is purely symbolic - official highway names remain unchanged, and no practical alterations to the road or traffic operations are intended. It directly honors veterans who received the Purple Heart military award while serving in Westchester County. The dedication is ceremonial only, with no impact on highway maintenance or commerce.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill symbolically honors Purple Heart recipients (veterans) via highway dedication, aligning with recognition indicators for veteran support.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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signed · New York · Senate Feb 14, 2025

S 747: Relates to veterans tuition awards program eligibility

Relates to veterans tuition awards program eligibility; makes tuition awards available for certain veterans including, but not limited to Vietnam, Persian Gulf and Afghanistan.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands higher education access for veterans via tuition awards, aligning with 'expands educational access' indicator.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands tuition benefits to veterans of Vietnam, Persian Gulf, and Afghanistan conflicts, directly advancing educational benefits for targeted veteran groups.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Feb 14, 2025

A 2435: Relates to the Alex R. Jimenez New York state military immigrant family legacy program

This bill establishes the "Staff Sergeant Alex R. Jimenez New York State Military Immigrant Family Legacy Program" within the Office for New Americans. It directly assists military-connected immigrants, including active service members, veterans (including LGBT veterans), reserve members, their family members (spouses, children, parents), and next-of-kin of service members who died in service. The key mechanism designates liaisons between military offices (like the Division of Military and Naval Affairs) and the Office for New Americans to refer eligible individuals to existing immigration legal services, including citizenship assistance. The program coordinates with federal agencies and community partners to help intended recipients navigate immigration processes, and requires annual reporting on program activity and demographics.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEstablishes state program providing services to military-connected immigrants, including veterans and families, directly advancing immigrant support through dedicated funding and liaisons.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates dedicated program for veterans (including LGBT) and military families, providing support through state office liaisons and direct assistance mechanisms.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Feb 14, 2025

A 2058: Relates to veteran maternity care; and relates to the effectiveness of a chapter relating thereto

This bill (A 2058) creates a state maternity care coordinator role to improve support for pregnant and postpartum veterans in New York. The coordinator must facilitate coordination between the VA, state health agencies, hospitals, and maternity care providers (like obstetricians and midwives) to address veteran-specific health needs. Key provisions require the coordinator to disseminate information about conditions affecting veteran mothers, develop referral systems for veterans with service-connected disabilities, and promote the federal Veterans Community Care Program. The bill also repeals outdated sections and updates screening tools for providers. Signed into law on February 14, 2025, it directly affects veterans accessing maternity care and the healthcare providers serving them.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates state maternity care coordinator role to improve veteran-specific healthcare coordination, addressing gaps in postpartum support through VA/state agency collaboration.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans