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.
This bill removes a $10 one-time service fee for veterans applying for special license plates that recognize military service. Currently, veterans pay this $10 charge in addition to standard registration fees, but the bill eliminates it entirely. The change applies to all veteran-specific plates covered under state law, including those for organizations like the American Legion or VFW. Veterans will now only pay standard registration fees when obtaining these plates, with no additional charge. The bill does not alter eligibility requirements or introduce new benefits.
Relates to additional credit allowed veterans in competitive examinations; expands the definition of "veteran" and "non-disabled veteran" to include the spouse and/or children of a member of the armed forces of the United States who served therein in time of war and was subsequently killed in the line of duty.
This bill allows New York state and city colleges to grant unlimited academic credit to veterans for military training they completed. It applies to veterans with an honorable discharge, qualifying health conditions under veterans' law, or discharged LGBT veterans who are enrolled full-time in good standing. Colleges must award these credits without charging tuition, fees, or other costs, and establish procedures to implement the policy. The law takes effect July 1 after enactment.
Senate Resolution No. 888 commemorates the 2025 Veterans Everyday 5K Run/Walk. It recognizes the B.V.S.J. Veterans Service Organization for its role in honoring and supporting veterans through this event, which promotes community engagement and wellness and raises funds for veteran services.
This bill (S 2313) grants New York veteran employees the right to request an unpaid leave of absence from work on Veterans Day (November 11) each year. To qualify, veterans must provide written proof of service to their employer by October 15 and be a New York resident. Employers may deny the leave only if it causes undue hardship to business operations, and the leave must be taken as unpaid time or deducted from existing paid leave. The law does not override collective bargaining agreements or affect veterans covered by other specific laws.
Relates to veterans' eligibility for public housing; expands eligibility requirements to include veterans of the recent conflicts; requires granting of a preference for public housing to veterans or families of veterans who have a military service connected disability.
Establishes the veteran career assistance program within the SUNY and CUNY systems to provide veterans with assistance in resume writing and employment placement services.
Senate Resolution J 1097 honors 50+ New York State veterans being inducted into the 2025 New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes these veterans - selected for combat service or post-military contributions - for their military service and community impact. The resolution directs the Senate to pause its proceedings to honor them and requires sending copies of the resolution to each inductee. This is a ceremonial gesture with no binding effect, solely acknowledging veterans' service.
Bill S 7446 proposes to exempt eligible New York resident veterans from paying certain fees related to forming or operating business and not-for-profit corporations. Specifically, it waives fees normally required by Section 104-A of the business and not-for-profit corporation laws. This exemption applies for a period of five years after a veteran's military discharge or confirmation of their veteran status. The bill defines "veteran" to include those with honorable or general discharges, as well as those with qualifying conditions or discharged LGBT veteran status.
