Veterans (Memorials & Recognition) in New York

died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6661: Establishes the New York state veterans cemetery act

Establishes the "New York state veterans cemetery act"; directs the division to conduct an investigation and study on the issue of the establishment of a New York state veterans cemetery funding program.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 11, 2025

K 765: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 2-8, 2025, as Veterans Awareness Week in the State of New York

This bill is a symbolic resolution requesting Governor Hochul to declare November 2-8, 2025, as Veterans Awareness Week in New York State. It asks the Governor to formally recognize this week-long observance - the week before Veterans Day (November 11) - to encourage broader public appreciation for veterans. The resolution does not create new laws or directly affect individuals; it is a procedural request for the Governor to issue a proclamation. The intent is to allow schools, veteran organizations, and communities to focus on veterans' service beyond the single Veterans Day holiday.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

failed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 819: Eliminates the photo image fee for veterans who have their license amended with a veteran notation

This bill eliminates the photo image fee for veterans who update their driver's license or state ID card to include a veteran notation. It specifically removes the fee when the only change is adding the veteran designation, which identifies the holder as a U.S. armed forces veteran. The policy applies directly to veterans seeking this license/ID amendment, ensuring no fee is charged for this specific notation. The change affects all veterans meeting the criteria under existing law, streamlining the process for this administrative update.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 7779: Creates a distinctive license plate for veterans honoring Borinqueneers

Creates a distinctive license plate for veterans honoring Borinqueneers; defines "veteran" as a person who is a resident of this state, who served in the armed forces of the United States, and was honorably discharged from the armed forces, or has a qualifying condition, as defined in section one of the veterans' services law, and has received a discharge other than bad conduct or dishonorable from such service, or is a discharged LGBT veteran, as defined in section one of the veterans' services law, and has received a discharge other than bad conduct or dishonorable from such service.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

passed · New York · Senate May 6, 2025

J 888: Commemorating the 2025 Veterans Everyday 5K Run/Walk and recognizing its role in honoring and supporting veterans through community engagement and wellness

Senate Resolution No. 888 commemorates the 2025 Veterans Everyday 5K Run/Walk. It recognizes the B.V.S.J. Veterans Service Organization for its role in honoring and supporting veterans through this event, which promotes community engagement and wellness and raises funds for veteran services.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2313: Relates to a leave of absence for veterans on Veterans Day

This bill (S 2313) grants New York veteran employees the right to request an unpaid leave of absence from work on Veterans Day (November 11) each year. To qualify, veterans must provide written proof of service to their employer by October 15 and be a New York resident. Employers may deny the leave only if it causes undue hardship to business operations, and the leave must be taken as unpaid time or deducted from existing paid leave. The law does not override collective bargaining agreements or affect veterans covered by other specific laws.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining Paid Leave Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Employment

passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2025

J 1097: Honoring the distinguished veterans from the State of New York upon the occasion of their induction into the New York State Senate 2025 Veterans Hall of Fame

Senate Resolution J 1097 honors 50+ New York State veterans being inducted into the 2025 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes these veterans - selected for combat service or post-military contributions - for their military service and community impact. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor them and requires sending copies of the resolution to each inductee. This is a ceremonial gesture with no binding effect, solely acknowledging veterans' service.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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 ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5063: Relates to veteran information collected by certain facilities

Requires nursing homes, residential health care facilities, and adult care facilities to ask patients if they have a service-connected disability rating from the federal department of veterans affairs; requires such information to be delivered to the department of veterans' services and transmitted to city and county veterans' services agencies and officers.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 8061: Creates a women veterans history trail

Bill A 8061 creates a "women veterans history trail" to recognize and celebrate the history of women in service. The Department of Veterans' Services will develop and designate this trail, consulting with the New York State Military Museum, Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and the State Historian. The trail will feature various sites like museums, memorials, and historic homes. The department will solicit recommendations from local governments, individuals, and organizations for inclusions in the trail. Public information about the trail will be available through the department's website, a free mobile application, and digital veterans' welcome kiosks.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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