Veterans

passed · New York · Senate Feb 4, 2025

J 298: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 13, 2025, as Borinqueneers Day in the State of New York

Senate Resolution 298 requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 13, 2025, as Borinqueneers Day in New York State. This resolution honors the Borinqueneers (65th U.S. Army Infantry Regiment), a unit of Puerto Rican soldiers recognized for their service during the Korean War, including receiving numerous military honors. It aligns with the national observance established by Congress in the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act, which designated April 13 as National Borinqueneers Day. The resolution serves as a commemorative recognition of the unit's historical contributions to U.S. military history.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors Borinqueneers' Korean War service through state recognition, aligning with national observance for veteran recognition as specified in topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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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

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3276: Relates to student financial aid programs

Relates to student financial aid programs; allows absence because of uniformed service, maternity/paternity, FMLA, or due to compensable injury to be creditable time.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill ensures absences for military service, family leave, or injury count toward credit, protecting student academic progress in financial aid programs.92% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllows absence due to uniformed service (including veterans) to count toward student aid credits, supporting veterans' educational access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4708: Authorizes a real property tax exemption for certain eligible reservists

Authorizes a real property tax exemption for certain eligible reservists upon adoption of a local law, ordinance or resolution providing therefor; requires property of such eligible reservists to be the primary residence; requires such reservist must have retained active duty status for at least 90 consecutive days to claim such tax exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for eligible reservists, a direct form of tax relief that reduces government revenue from property taxes, aligning with 'provides tax relief' indicator.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tax exemption for reservists, a direct financial benefit enhancing veteran support and recognition per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives National Guard & Reserve

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 25, 2025

J 546: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 7, 2025, as 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum Day in the State of New York

Senate Resolution 546 requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 7, 2025, as 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum Day in New York. It honors the 10th Mountain Division's military service, including deployments since 9/11, and recognizes Fort Drum as the state's largest military installation and economic driver (employing over 33,000 people and contributing $1.9 billion to the regional economy). The resolution has no binding effect but aims to formally acknowledge these contributions through a gubernatorial proclamation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes veterans' service (10th Mountain Division) and military contributions through a formal proclamation, aligning with SUPPORT indicator of 'recognizes veteran service'.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 11, 2025

S 7139: 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 land to Veterans and Community Housing Coalition for housing development, directly advancing affordable housing access through land conveyance to a housing-focused entity.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransTransfers land to Veterans and Community Housing Coalition, directly advancing veteran housing initiatives through resource allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

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failed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 2334: Eliminates the registration fee for gold star parent and gold star family member distinctive license plates

Provides for distinctive license plates for gold star family members; eliminates the registration fee for gold star parent and gold star family member distinctive license plates.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEliminates registration fee for gold star family license plates, recognizing military sacrifice and reducing financial burden on veterans' families.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate May 20, 2025

J 1045: Commending George Ernest Kinnicutt posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

This legislative resolution officially commends George Ernest Kinnicutt posthumously. It recognizes him as a recipient of the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the Senate, for his military service and community contributions.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directly recognizes veteran's military service through the Liberty Medal, aligning with veterans' recognition policy under topic description.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2367: Relates to the effectiveness of chapter 565 of the laws of 2022 amending the state finance law relating to preferred source status for entities that provide employment to certain persons

This bill makes permanent a program that gives government procurement preference to businesses employing certain individuals (like veterans or people with disabilities). It removes a planned 3-year expiration from the 2022 law, ensuring the "preferred source status" continues indefinitely. The key change is eliminating the sunset provision, so the program won't automatically end after three years. This directly affects government contractors who qualify under the program and must meet specific hiring criteria. The bill does not change eligibility requirements or create new obligations for government entities.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill makes permanent procurement preference for businesses employing veterans/disabled, directly expanding employment opportunities for these groups through government contracts.92% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill makes permanent procurement preference for businesses employing veterans, ensuring ongoing support for veteran employment through government contracting.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5678: Establishes a law enforcement, first responder, active and non-active-duty service members and veteran informational mobile application

Directs the commissioner of the office of mental health to create and operate a law enforcement, first responder, active and non-active-duty service members and veteran informational mobile application.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates creation of mobile app specifically for veterans to access information, directly advancing veteran service access and recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Mental Health

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