Veterans (Veteran Mental Health)

failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4799: Relates to establishing a green alert system for missing military members

This bill establishes a statewide "Green Alert" system to help locate missing current or former military members. It specifically applies to those who have opted into the system and suffer from a mental illness, such as PTSD, or a traumatic brain injury. When a participating military member is reported missing and a law enforcement agency verifies their condition and that their disappearance poses a threat, the Department of Veterans' Services activates the alert. The Green Alert then shares relevant information with designated media outlets and may utilize dynamic message signs to aid in their safe recovery, while also including provisions for privacy and allowing military members to opt out.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes Green Alert for missing veterans with PTSD/TBI, enhancing safety and locating at-risk military members through state system activation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 12, 2025

K 786: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 22, 2025, as Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day in the State of New York

This resolution requests Governor Hochul to officially recognize September 22, 2025, as "Veterans Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day" in New York State. It aims to honor veterans who died by suicide and raise public awareness about veteran mental health, citing statistics that show veterans have higher suicide rates than the general population (e.g., 22 veterans nationwide die by suicide daily). The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally asks the Governor to issue the proclamation, aligning with National Suicide Prevention Month in September 2025.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareResolution promotes veteran mental health awareness via official recognition, directly addressing mental health services within healthcare topic.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransResolution honors veterans who died by suicide and raises awareness of veteran mental health, aligning with recognition and support for veterans' well-being.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 1192: Establishes an alternative resolution program for service members and veterans accused of certain felonies

S 1192 establishes an alternative resolution program within the criminal procedure law for service members and veterans accused of certain felonies. This program applies to individuals whose military service caused or exacerbated conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, or substance abuse, which may have contributed to their alleged crime. Courts would identify eligible service members or veterans and order evaluations to assess their condition and its connection to the offense. The bill aims to provide treatment for these service-related ailments, with the possibility of reducing or dismissing charges upon successful completion of the treatment program.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes alternative resolution for veterans with military-related conditions, promoting rehabilitation over punishment and aligning with criminal justice reform to reduce recidivism.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes an alternative resolution program for veterans with military-related conditions (PTSD, TBI, substance abuse) to avoid standard criminal penalties, recognizing service impact and addressing root causes through evaluations and treat...90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 2070: Requires the department of veterans' services to establish and maintain a database of resources available in the state for veterans, members of the uniformed services, and their families

Requires the department of veterans' services to establish and maintain, in consultation and collaboration with other state agencies, a searchable database on the department's website providing resources available in the state for veterans, members of the uniformed services, and their families.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates creation of searchable database for veterans' resources, improving access to existing services without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 7129: Relates to veterans health care

Relates to veterans' health care; creates a veteran health care review to ensure veterans and their families have access to health and mental health treatment, including for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, military sexual trauma, reproductive and mental health conditions, and suicide prevention.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates veteran health care review to ensure access to mental health treatment, PTSD care, and suicide prevention services, advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a veteran health care review to ensure access to mental health, PTSD, and suicide prevention treatment, directly advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1483: Requires five percent of affordable housing units to be offered to veterans

This bill requires private housing developers building affordable units to reserve 5% of new units specifically for veterans. It directly affects all companies, corporations, and programs operating under the state's housing finance law. The key provision mandates that developers must set aside these units at the time of construction, with "veterans" defined by existing civil service law. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 5% of new affordable housing units for veterans, directly increasing targeted housing access and aligning with affordable housing expansion indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates 5% of affordable housing units for veterans, directly expanding housing access as a benefit per bill's explicit requirement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Veteran Employment Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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vetoed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 5155: Relates to veterans health care

Relates to veterans' health care; creates a veteran health care review to ensure veterans and their families have access to health and mental health treatment, including for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, military sexual trauma, reproductive and mental health conditions, and suicide prevention.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates veteran health care review to ensure access to mental health, PTSD, and suicide prevention services, expanding coverage and access for veterans95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates veteran health care review to ensure access to mental health, PTSD, suicide prevention, and reproductive care, advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 243: Includes the space force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits

Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly extends existing veteran benefits eligibility to Space Force members, aligning them with other armed forces branches per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1866: Relates to establishing a green alert system for missing military members

This bill (S 1866) establishes a statewide "green alert" system for missing military members who have opted in and suffer from mental health conditions like PTSD or traumatic brain injury. It requires law enforcement to verify a member's military status, condition, and safety risk before activating the alert, which would then be broadcast through media and highway signs. The system includes privacy safeguards under HIPAA, an opt-out option for military members, and mandates coordination between state agencies and law enforcement. Alerts remain active only until the member is found or the designated notification period ends.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes alert system for missing veterans with PTSD/TBI, prioritizing safety and privacy via HIPAA, directly protecting veterans' well-being90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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