Veterans

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2507: Provides for the issuance of free hunting, fishing and trapping licenses to persons who are active or reserve members of the armed forces or the organized militia, and to certain veterans thereof

Provides for the issuance of free hunting, fishing and trapping licenses to persons who are active or reserve members of the armed forces or the organized militia, and to honorably discharged veterans thereof who have ten or more years of military service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides free hunting/fishing licenses to veterans with 10+ years service, directly expanding benefits as a recognition of military service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8783: Authorizes agencies to procure goods, services and construction from special veteran emerging business enterprises

Authorizes agencies to procure goods, services and construction from special veteran emerging business enterprises; defines special veteran emerging business enterprises.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes government procurement from veteran-owned businesses, directly supporting veteran employment opportunities per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8456: Provides distinctive license plates for members of the Seabee Veterans of America

This bill (S 8456) creates a special license plate for members of the Seabee Veterans of America in New York State. It allows eligible members to request a plate displaying the Navy Seabee emblem upon providing proof of membership and paying the regular registration fee plus a one-time $10 service charge. The plate would be issued through the Department of Motor Vehicles following standard procedures for special plates. This is a commemorative measure with no broader policy changes.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates commemorative license plate recognizing Seabee Veterans' service, aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' indicator without financial burden to state.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7095: Allows vehicles bearing Purple Heart and disabled veteran plates to park in handicapped parking spaces

This bill (S 7095) amends New York's vehicle and traffic law to allow vehicles displaying Purple Heart plates or disabled veteran plates to park in designated handicapped parking spaces. It directly affects veterans who hold these specific license plates, including those wounded in service (Purple Heart) or with service-connected disabilities (disabled veteran plate). The key provision adds these plate types to the list of authorized vehicles under existing handicapped parking rules, explicitly extending access to the same parking spaces. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllows Purple Heart/disabled veteran plate holders to park in handicapped spaces, expanding convenience benefits for veterans with service-connected injuries.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 1185: Establishes the veterans service organizations fund

Establishes the congressional chartered veterans service organizations fund; provides for gifts made to such fund on an individual's personal income tax return.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a dedicated fund for veterans service organizations with tax-deductible donation mechanism, directly funding veteran programs and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3484: Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates

Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates; allows the spouse to also qualify for such distinctive plates.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides distinctive license plates as recognition for military service members and spouses, directly aligning with veteran service recognition indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve

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signed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 4358: Relates to the veterans tuition awards program

This bill expands New York's veterans tuition award program to allow qualified veterans to transfer unused benefits to their spouse, child, or survivor. It defines "qualified veteran" as someone who would qualify for the award if they met enrollment requirements, and specifies who counts as an "eligible immediate family" member. Veterans can transfer all or part of their unused award, with transfers limited to children under 26 who meet service requirements (e.g., veteran served 10+ years unless discharged due to death or specific conditions). The bill caps annual transfers at 100 and requires veterans to designate beneficiaries via a form before the program's effective date in 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands veterans' tuition benefits to family members, increasing higher education access and affordability for dependent students under the program.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands veterans' tuition benefits by allowing transfer to family members, strengthening program accessibility and benefit utilization.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7755: Relates to preferences under the affordable home ownership development program for veterans with service-related disabilities

Relates to preferences under the affordable home ownership development program for veterans with service-related disabilities; defines "veteran with a service-related disability".

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes preferences for veterans with service-related disabilities in an affordable home ownership program, directly advancing access to affordable housing for a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates housing program preferences for veterans with service-related disabilities, directly expanding access to affordable homeownership benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Veteran Housing

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4848: Authorizes distinctive license plates for female veterans

This bill allows female veterans (or their spouses) to request a special license plate displaying "Female Veteran" from the state Department of Motor Vehicles. To qualify, applicants must prove veteran status and pay a one-time $10 fee on top of regular registration costs. The plate cannot be issued to a spouse if the veteran already has one. The state will produce these plates only if 200 or more requests are received within two years, or after providing a $6,000 surety bond.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes distinctive license plates recognizing female veterans' service, directly aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator.90% confidence

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2025

K 634: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 2025, as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month, and June 27, 2025, as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day in the State of New York

This bill (K 634) is a symbolic resolution requesting Governor Hochul to officially designate June 2025 as "Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day" in New York. It does not create new laws or policies but asks the Governor to issue a formal proclamation recognizing this awareness period. The resolution aims to highlight the importance of addressing invisible injuries like PTSD/PTSI through public recognition, citing benefits like encouraging treatment-seeking behavior. As a procedural resolution, it directly affects no individuals or entities but seeks to elevate public awareness.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransSymbolic resolution designates PTSD awareness month for veterans, promoting public recognition of invisible injuries and healthcare needs per bill's purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

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