Veterans (National Guard & Reserve)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2016: Relates to the reemployment of certain persons ordered to military service

Provides a right of reemployment for persons who reside in another state who are ordered to military service within New York state, if the state of residence provides a like protection.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides reemployment rights for military service members returning to civilian jobs, a core veteran support measure directly advancing employment protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3420: 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 vets

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for veterans' loan fees, reducing tax burden - direct tax relief aligning with support indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tax credit for National Guard/Reserve veterans' home loan fees, expanding financial benefits for veterans under federal loan programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3394: Relates to a "Campaign Medal for Service" to be awarded to those who have provided military service in Iraq

This bill creates the "Campaign Medal for Service" to honor New York residents or former residents who served honorably in active duty with U.S. military forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, or Coast Guard) in Iraq. It authorizes the governor to award one medal per eligible person, with a ribbon for subsequent awards, and requires the chief of staff to establish presentation rules. The medal may be presented to a designated representative if the recipient dies after receiving it. The bill does not create new benefits but establishes a formal recognition program for Iraq War veterans meeting the specified criteria.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates 'Campaign Medal for Service' to honor Iraq veterans' military service, directly aligning with recognition as a support indicator for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1200: Allows the granting of academic credit at city or state operated institutions to veterans

This bill (S 1200) allows veterans to earn academic credit at New York State and City University systems for military training they completed. Specifically, full-time undergraduate veterans enrolled in good standing at these institutions can receive full credit toward their degree for military courses meeting American Council on Education standards - without any fees or tuition charges. It applies to veterans who served honorably in active duty, reserves, or New York National Guard/Militia. The law requires university boards to create procedures for implementing this credit transfer.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands higher education access for veterans by granting academic credit for military training without fees, aligning with 'expands educational access' indicator.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly grants veterans academic credit for military training without fees, expanding educational benefits for honorably serving veterans at state institutions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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died · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 4889: Relates to defining veteran

Relates to defining veteran; includes national guard members who have served for at least twenty years, part of which was during any war or period of hostilities.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands veteran definition to include National Guard members with 20+ years service including wartime service, increasing eligibility for benefits and recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5300: Allows reservists who have served or who are currently serving in the United States armed forces to be eligible for 2.5 points on civil service examinations

Allows reservists who have served or who are currently serving in the United States armed forces to be eligible for 2.5 points on civil service examinations.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAdds 2.5 points to civil service exams for reservists, directly supporting veteran employment opportunities as per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4765: Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of certain combat veterans until covered by the federal government

Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of combat veterans on active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom, until covered by the federal government; directs the division of military and naval affairs to establish a registry of Afghanistan and Iraq veterans.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax-free savings accounts for veterans' healthcare, providing direct tax relief. Explicitly addresses tax policy as part of fiscal management for targeted healthcare costs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates tax-free savings accounts to cover combat veterans' healthcare costs until federal coverage begins, expanding access for a specific group through dedicated funding mechanism.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates tax-free savings accounts for combat veterans' healthcare costs until federal coverage, directly expanding benefits and improving access to care for specific veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4292: Enacts the "NY Cares Act", providing course credit for service members and tuition awards for spouses and children of deceased service members

The NY Cares Act provides New York resident service members with academic credit for military training and experience without tuition fees, plus transition "bridge courses" to help them adjust to college life. It also establishes tuition awards covering full undergraduate costs for spouses and children of service members who died while serving, limited to 8 semesters of full-time study or equivalent. Both programs require state education officials to coordinate with veterans' services, ensuring military experience is recognized in higher education pathways.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides tuition awards and academic credit for veterans' families, expanding higher education access and reducing financial barriers for specific student groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tuition awards for spouses/children of fallen service members and academic credit for service members, directly expanding educational benefits and support for veterans and their families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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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 ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates distinctive license plate honoring veterans (Borinqueneers), aligns with recognition indicator for support stance95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1868: Permits municipalities the local option of providing a tax exemption to National Guard members and reservists

This bill allows New York municipalities to choose whether to offer a 5% property tax exemption on qualifying residential properties owned by active or retired National Guard members and military reservists. To qualify, the property must be the owner’s primary residence (with exceptions for medical reasons), and the applicant must submit an annual application with a U.S. Department of Defense "twenty-year favorable service letter." The exemption applies only to the residential portion of the property and cannot be stacked with existing military tax benefits. Municipalities must adopt local ordinances to implement this option, which takes effect immediately.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for military personnel, reducing property tax burden on qualifying residents per bill's tax relief mechanism.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides 5% property tax exemption for National Guard/reservists' primary residences, a direct financial benefit supporting veterans' housing costs and recognizing military service.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives National Guard & Reserve

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