Provides a tax credit in the amount of certain fees charged in connection with loans under the federal home loan guarantee program to national guard and reserve veterans.
S 4320 extends a pilot program waiving civil service examination fees until December 31, 2027. The program currently allows fee waivers for unemployed job seekers primarily responsible for household support or receiving public assistance, and for all veterans (as defined by the bill, including those honorably discharged or with qualifying conditions). This extension maintains the same eligibility rules and applies to all civil service examinations held between July 1, 2023, and December 31, 2027. The bill does not change the fee waiver criteria but prolongs the temporary program for two additional years.
Provides eligibility for a real property tax exemption for current or retired military reservists based on participation in formal training activities.
This bill (A 6158) creates a new eligibility category for spouses or children of military personnel who died in combat during wartime to receive competitive civil service status in New York State or local government jobs. It requires applicants to provide documentary proof of the military member's death "in the line of duty" within two months of applying, before hiring lists are finalized. Those who prove eligibility gain priority in civil service examinations, but cannot later claim additional benefits under this provision if they already received a permanent appointment. The law takes immediate effect and directly affects qualifying military families seeking state or municipal employment opportunities.
Provides that the governmental agency shall notify any person on a special eligible list, in writing, that their name will remain on such list for two years after the termination of military duty and shall be removed at the end of the two year period unless such person requests to remain on such list.
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.
Bill A 8477 establishes a peer-to-peer support service program specifically for women veterans. It amends the veterans' services law to mandate coordination with various state agencies, including the office of mental health and the department of labor, for the development and implementation of this program. The bill also adds the establishment of this program as a new, specific function under the veterans' services law. This initiative aims to provide targeted support services tailored to the unique experiences of women who have served in the military.
This bill amends New York's military law to clarify the definition of "covered operation" for compensation purposes. It specifies that covered operations include federally designated military actions (like "Operation Enduring Freedom" or homeland security missions) and allows New York's implementing agency to designate additional operations on a case-by-case basis. The change directly affects military personnel whose service qualifies under this definition for compensation benefits. The bill does not alter existing compensation rates but refines which military activities count toward eligibility. It takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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.
Authorizes the department of veterans' affairs to provide eligible veterans with financial assistance for purchasing, training and the upkeep of service dogs and emotional support dogs.
