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 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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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 Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 243: 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 eligibility to Space Force members, aligning them with other armed forces branches per summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports 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 5246: 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, granting access to benefits previously excluded.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2025

S 2623: Relates to the employment of veterans with disabilities

This bill, S 2623, enhances employment assistance for veterans, particularly those with disabilities, by updating the Veterans' Services Law. It mandates the Department of Veterans' Services to maintain an online portal providing virtual links to federal and state employment programs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that both state and local veterans' service agencies must inform and assist veterans with employment and re-employment services, specifically including the employment of veterans with disabilities program under section fifty-five-c of the civil service law.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enhances employment assistance for veterans with disabilities via online portal and mandates state/local agencies to provide employment services.95% 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