Veterans

passed · New York · Senate Jan 14, 2025

J 20: Commending Private Leonard Cesternino 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 is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill) commending Private Leonard Cesternino posthumously for receiving New York State's Liberty Medal, the Senate's highest honor for individuals. It recognizes his service and sacrifice during WWII as a 20-year-old artilleryman killed in action in Italy in 1943, and directs the Senate to formally honor him at a Columbia County veterans ceremony. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses legislative recognition and will be presented to his family.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes veteran service via ceremonial resolution, matching support indicator for 'recognizes veteran service'.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1128: Establishes March 13 as a day of commemoration to be known as "K9 Veterans Day"

This bill designates March 13 as "K9 Veterans Day" in New York State, adding it to the official list of commemorative days in the executive law. It formally recognizes the service of K9 units and their handlers without creating new programs, funding, or policy changes. The designation applies annually and aligns with other state-recognized observances.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates 'K9 Veterans Day' to formally recognize K9 units and handlers' service, aligning with veteran recognition policies without funding changes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 4491: Authorizes Jeffrey Alva Beall eligibility to apply for military service credit in the New York state teachers' retirement system

This bill allows retired New York teacher Jeffrey Alva Beall to apply for retroactive military service credit in the state teachers' retirement system for his 1984-1987 U.S. Army service. To qualify, Beall must pay 3% of his final year's salary for each year of military service (totaling 3 years). The credit would be applied back to the date of his retirement, effective immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides retirement credit for a teacher's military service, directly enhancing educator benefits and retirement security.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enables veteran to retroactively apply for military service credit in retirement system, enhancing benefits recognition and financial support for military service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3714: Relates to participation by LGBT, disability and veteran-owned businesses in state contracts

The New York State Supplier Diversity Act (A 3714) creates a program to help LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned businesses compete for state contracts. It establishes a certification process requiring these businesses to be at least 51% owned by eligible individuals (LGBT, disabled, or veterans) and certified by the Office of General Services. The law mandates the creation of a directory of certified businesses, which state agencies must consult when seeking suppliers for contracts over $25,000 (or $100,000 for real property). The Office of General Services will also provide resources to support these businesses' growth and participation in state contracting.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates certification for veteran-owned businesses to access state contracts, mandating agencies consult directory for $25k+ contracts, directly supporting veteran business participation and economic opportunity.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jan 13, 2026

J 1262: Commending Michele AnneMarie Kinsell posthumously upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a binding bill) commending Michele AnneMarie Kinsell posthumously for receiving the New York State Senate's Liberty Medal - the Senate's highest honor for individuals. It formally recognizes her service as the first female Aerospace Ground Equipment Repairman in the U.S. Air Force and her community contributions. The resolution directs the Senate to present a copy of the resolution to her family, with no policy changes or financial impact. It serves solely as a symbolic tribute to her legacy.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCommends veteran's service as first female Air Force repairman, meeting recognition indicator for veterans90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2605: Provides that impersonation of a disabled veteran vendor is a class A misdemeanor

Provides that impersonation of a disabled veteran vendor, by carrying or possessing a specialized vending license without authority or any form of insignia or by words or actions is a class A misdemeanor.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new misdemeanor offense for impersonating disabled veteran vendors, expanding criminalization within criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransPrevents fraud against disabled veterans' status by criminalizing impersonation, protecting their recognition and benefits integrity.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1601: Directs the MTA to rename the Eltingville transit center the Iraq War and Afghanistan War Veterans' Memorial Transit Center

Directs the MTA to rename the Eltingville transit center the Iraq War and Afghanistan War Veterans' Memorial Transit Center; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly renames transit center to honor Iraq/Afghanistan veterans, aligning with recognition of veteran service per support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3181: Authorizes distinctive license plates for recipients of the Bronze or Silver star

This bill allows New York residents who received a Bronze or Silver Star military medal (or their spouses) to obtain special license plates displaying "Bronze star recipient" or "Silver star recipient." To qualify, applicants must provide proof of the award and pay a $10 one-time fee (in addition to standard registration costs), with the state allocating $5,000 after one year to offset plate production expenses. The special plate is issued only to the recipient themselves - not to their spouse - and follows standard plate application procedures.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes recognition plates for Bronze/Silver Star recipients, directly honoring military service through distinctive license plates and modest state funding.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2664: Expands access to mortgage loans for cooperative properties under the homes for veterans program

Expands access to mortgage loans for cooperative properties under the homes for veterans program, as administered by the state of New York mortgage agency.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands mortgage access for veteran cooperative housing, increasing affordable housing options under state program.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands mortgage loan access under NY's veterans housing program, directly advancing benefit accessibility for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Dec 8, 2025

A 6837: Relates to employment of persons and veterans with disabilities by the state

Relates to employment of persons and veterans with disabilities by the state; provides up to five thousand positions may be filled by persons with a physical or mental disability and up to two thousand positions may be filled by disabled veterans and veterans with disabilities.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill reserves 2,000 state positions specifically for disabled veterans, directly supporting veteran employment as a key benefit.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment

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