Veterans

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 8990: Relates to the utilization of minority and women-owned business enterprises, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, small businesses and microbusinesses by private businesses operating in state-funded bldgs

Relates to the utilization of minority and women-owned business enterprises, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, small businesses and microbusinesses in state-funded construction projects; directs the empire state development corporation, in consultation with other state agencies, to develop a state division of post-construction commitments and compliance to create rules and regulations for private businesses operating in buildings constructed using state funding to have certain employment goals and living wage requirements, annual minority and women-owned business enterprise, certified service-disabled veteran-owned business, small business and microbusiness utilization goals for maintenance and operations spending, and a community grant program; directs the state division of post-construction commitments and compliance to establish a post-construction compliance review board; provides penalties for noncompliance.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly requires utilization of service-disabled veteran-owned businesses in state-funded construction projects, directly supporting veteran entrepreneurship and economic opportunities.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4445: Relates to tax lien foreclosure

Relates to tax lien foreclosure; establishes senior, disabled, and veteran homeowner real property tax assistance program; establishes installment plans for certain real property taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax assistance program for seniors/disabled/veterans and installment plans, providing relief to vulnerable homeowners and promoting accessible tax payment options.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes tax assistance program for seniors/disabled/veterans to prevent foreclosure, protecting housing stability for vulnerable homeowners.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly creates a veteran homeowner tax assistance program, directly advancing veterans' financial support through property tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Homeownership Mortgages Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3955: Enacts the lift our communities advertise locally (LOCAL) program

Enacts the lift our communities advertise locally (LOCAL) program which provides a tax credit on advertising for locally owned minority-owned and women-owned business enterprises, certified service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises or a small business.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for qualifying businesses, reducing their tax burden as direct tax relief per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes certified service-disabled veteran-owned businesses in tax credit eligibility for advertising, directly supporting veteran entrepreneurship and business growth.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 8182: Designates a portion of the state highway system as the "Lt. Gary A. Scott Memorial Highway"

Bill A 8182 designates a specific portion of State Route 19 in the town of LeRoy, Genesee County, as the "Lt. Gary A. Scott Memorial Highway." This designation is ceremonial, meaning the official name of the highway will not change, and the Commissioner of Transportation will install appropriate signage.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates highway in honor of veteran (Lt. Gary A. Scott), recognizing service per topic description's recognition indicator85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 1865: Enacts the lift our communities advertise locally (LOCAL) program

Enacts the lift our communities advertise locally (LOCAL) program which provides a tax credit on advertising for locally owned minority-owned and women-owned business enterprises, certified service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises or a small business.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for qualifying businesses, advancing fiscal support through targeted tax relief for minority/women/veteran-owned small enterprises.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes certified service-disabled veteran-owned businesses in tax credit eligibility, directly supporting veteran business opportunities and employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 9, 2026

S 8284: Relates to the utilization of minority and women-owned business enterprises, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, small businesses and microbusinesses by businesses operating in state-funded buildings

Relates to the utilization of minority and women-owned business enterprises, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, small businesses and microbusinesses in state-funded construction projects; directs the empire state development corporation, in consultation with other state agencies, to develop a state division of post-construction commitments and compliance to create rules and regulations for private businesses operating in buildings constructed using state funding to have certain employment goals and living wage requirements, annual minority and women-owned business enterprise, certified service-disabled veteran-owned business, small business and microbusiness utilization goals for maintenance and operations spending, and a community grant program; directs the state division of post-construction commitments and compliance to establish a post-construction compliance review board; provides penalties for noncompliance.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly mandates utilization of service-disabled veteran-owned businesses in state construction projects, directly supporting veteran employment opportunities through targeted contracting requirements.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7416: Enacts the "9/11 first responders and survivors' emergency healthcare access act"; appropriation

Enacts "the 9/11 first responders and survivors' emergency healthcare access act"; establishes the 9/11 first responders and survivors' emergency healthcare access fund to provide 9/11 first responders and survivors with funding for medical treatments, prescriptions, and essential care services when a federal claim is delayed, a federal benefit is under appeal and an urgent health-related need arises while awaiting federal response.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a dedicated fund (appropriation) for healthcare access for 9/11 responders, directly funding an essential public service per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes fund for 9/11 responders' emergency healthcare access during federal delays, directly funding medical treatments and prescriptions.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates fund for 9/11 first responders' emergency healthcare access during federal delays, directly funding critical medical services for a group typically covered under veterans' benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6741: Creates the New York state entrepreneurial training act

S 6741 establishes the New York State Entrepreneurial Training Act, creating a grant program to support and train entrepreneurial candidates. The Empire State Development Corporation formulates the program, which is then administered by individual participating cities and towns, awarding grants competitively to eligible applicants who submit business plans. The bill mandates that at least 20% of participants be certified minority and women's business enterprises and 10% be military veterans. It also allocates specific funding to cities and towns based on population, with funds designated for both program operation and direct grants to successful graduates.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates 10% veteran participation in entrepreneurial training program, directly supporting veteran employment opportunities through targeted inclusion.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly May 20, 2025

K 551: Commemorating the 5th Anniversary of the Central New York Tunnels to Towers 5K Run & Walk

Assembly Resolution No. 551 is a commemorative resolution recognizing the 5th Anniversary of the Central New York Tunnels to Towers 5K Run & Walk. This event, held in Utica, New York, honors and supports first responders and military service members, inspired by the legacy of Stephen Siller and others lost on September 11, 2001.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill commemorates event honoring military service members and first responders, directly aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' indicator for support.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 17, 2025

A 8645: 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 VeteransBill provides disability retirement benefits for a WTC responder (deputy sheriff), directly advancing veterans' benefits for service-connected disability.95% confidence

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