Veterans

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1882: Relates to exempting veterans organizations in New York city from city sewer and water charges

Exempts veterans organizations in New York city, as defined in section 452 of the real property tax law, from payment of city sewer and water charges.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans orgs from sewer/water charges, reducing operational costs and supporting their ability to serve veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5028: Authorizes the issuance of distinctive legion of valor license plates

Authorizes the issuance of distinctive legion of valor license plates for individuals who have received the army medal of honor, navy medal of honor, air force medal of honor, army distinguished service cross, navy cross, coast guard cross, or air force cross.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes distinctive license plates for Medal of Honor recipients, directly recognizing veteran service as specified in the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 6037: Relates to establishing a peer support program for veterans

Bill A 6037 establishes a peer support program specifically for veterans dealing with mental illness, alcohol abuse, or substance dependence. The bill defines "veteran peer support services" as counseling provided by a veteran peer counselor to other veterans. It directs the Commissioner of Mental Hygiene, in consultation with other agencies, to develop recommended minimum qualifications for these veteran peer counselors and to create procedures for connecting them with training. This program aims to support veterans by leveraging the unique understanding and experiences of fellow veterans in recovery and support roles.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a mental health peer support program for veterans, directly advancing mental health services through specialized counseling and certification procedures.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes veteran peer support program for mental health/substance abuse, directing development of counselor qualifications and training procedures to advance healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 4152: Establishes September twenty-second of each year as a day of commemoration known as Veteran Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day

This bill designates September 22 as "Veteran Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day" in New York State. It adds this date to the state's official list of commemorative days under Section 168-a of the executive law, joining other recognized observances. The bill does not create new programs, funding, or requirements - it solely establishes a designated day for remembrance.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates September 22 as Veteran Suicide Awareness Day, recognizing veteran service through commemoration without funding changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate May 20, 2025

J 991: Commemorating the 90th Anniversary of the Sylvan Beach American Legion Post 1153

This bill is a Senate Resolution commemorating the 90th Anniversary of the Sylvan Beach American Legion Post 1153. It formally recognizes the organization's long-standing service and contributions to veterans and the local community since its founding in 1935.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes Sylvan Beach Legion Post's 90-year service to veterans, aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5253: Establishes the "Vets to Vollies" program

Establishes the "Vets to Vollies" program which encourages veterans or discharged military personnel to join their local fire department and emergency medical service agency.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEncourages veterans to join emergency medical services (EMS), directly supporting healthcare workforce development for a critical health service component.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates 'Vets to Vollies' program to encourage veterans' employment in fire/EMS services, directly advancing veteran workforce integration and employment opportunities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4763: Makes permanent certain provisions of chapter 22 of the laws of 2014, relating to expanding opportunities for service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises

This bill makes permanent provisions from a 2014 law that help service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises (SDVBES) compete for government contracts. It removes an expiration date (previously set for March 31, 2024), ensuring these businesses retain access to government contracting opportunities without interruption. The law directly affects SDVBES by maintaining their eligibility for preferential treatment in state procurement processes. The change takes immediate effect and applies retroactively from March 31, 2024, guaranteeing continuity for affected businesses.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMakes permanent SDVBES preferential treatment in state contracts, strengthening veteran business opportunities and access to government procurement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6440: Relates to registration and special plates for severely disabled veterans

Provides an exemption from registration and special plate fees for severely disabled veterans; includes veterans rated as 60% disabled by the US department of veterans affairs; removes the requirement of service in a time of war.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts severely disabled veterans from registration fees and expands eligibility by removing war service requirement, directly advancing veteran benefits.95% confidence

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 6001: Relates to the issuance of pool and health memberships to disabled veterans at certain SUNY and CUNY campuses

Requires that the state university of New York's board of trustees and the city university of New York's board of trustees shall each adopt a policy requiring all state university of New York, city university of New York, college, and community college campuses that offer membership programs to the general public for the use of fitness and aquatic facilities, to permit disabled veterans to obtain a membership for the use of fitness and aquatic facilities upon the same terms and conditions as apply to the general public, but without payment of any fees or other charges, or at a discounted rate; defines "disabled veteran".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates SUNY/CUNY campuses to provide disabled veterans equal access to fitness/aquatic facilities, expanding benefits and services for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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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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