Veterans

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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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2025

S 2623: Relates to the employment of veterans with disabilities

This bill, S 2623, enhances employment assistance for veterans, particularly those with disabilities, by updating the Veterans' Services Law. It mandates the Department of Veterans' Services to maintain an online portal providing virtual links to federal and state employment programs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that both state and local veterans' service agencies must inform and assist veterans with employment and re-employment services, specifically including the employment of veterans with disabilities program under section fifty-five-c of the civil service law.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enhances employment assistance for veterans with disabilities via online portal and mandates state/local agencies to provide employment services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3120: Relates to the distinguishing mark on veterans driver's licenses and non-driver IDs

Relates to proof required for application of the distinguishing mark on veterans driver's licenses and non-driver IDs; conforms to federal law including National Guard members and reservists with 20 years of service as veterans.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes distinguishing mark on veteran IDs per federal standards, recognizing service for National Guard/reservists with 20+ years, aligning with veteran recognition policies.95% confidence

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

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 16, 2025

K 809: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 19, 2025, as POW/MIA Day in the State of New York

This Assembly Resolution (K 809) asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize September 19, 2025, as POW/MIA Day in New York State. It directly affects all New Yorkers by creating a state-level observance to honor military personnel held as prisoners of war or missing in action, aligning with the national observance. The resolution’s key mechanism is a formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation, with copies sent to the Governor and American Legion posts statewide. It is a symbolic gesture with no new laws or funding, purely for commemoration.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes POW/MIA Day to honor veterans, aligning with state-level recognition of military service as defined in the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7084: Provides for the application of the veterans' real property tax exemptions in the city of New York

This bill modifies New York State's veterans' property tax exemptions specifically for New York City (population over 1 million). It reduces the maximum annual tax exemption for veterans' primary residences from 15% (capped at $12,000) to 6% (capped at $4,800), and lowers the combat-zone service exemption from 10% (capped at $8,000) to 4% (capped at $3,200). It also cuts the exemption limit for property purchased using veterans' funds from $5,000 to $2,000. These changes apply only to New York City residents who qualify as veterans under state law. The bill does not create new exemptions but adjusts existing ones for the city's largest population center.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReduces veterans' property tax exemptions, increasing tax burden and decreasing government spending on tax relief.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransReduces veterans' property tax exemption caps from 15%/$12k to 6%/$4.8k and cuts other exemptions, directly weakening benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1411: Establishes July sixteenth of each year as a day of commemoration known as "Atomic and Nuclear Veterans Day"

This bill designates July 16th of each year as "Atomic and Nuclear Veterans Day" in New York State. It adds this day to a list of existing commemorative dates in state law, which includes days honoring veterans, historical events, and cultural figures. The bill creates no new funding, regulations, or obligations - only a formal recognition date for veterans who served in atomic and nuclear programs. It is a purely ceremonial measure with no direct impact on policy or affected individuals beyond the designation itself.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates July 16 as 'Atomic and Nuclear Veterans Day' to honor specific veterans' service, aligning with recognition indicators without policy changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6709: Increases civil service credits given to veterans currently returning from service

This bill (S 6709) adds points to civil service exam scores for veterans seeking state jobs. It directly affects veterans honorably discharged on or after January 1, 2025, with disabled veterans receiving higher points. Specifically, veterans get 10 extra points for initial appointments and 5 for promotions, while disabled veterans get 15 and 10 points, respectively. These credit increases apply immediately upon the bill's enactment and apply to all competitive civil service examinations. The change aims to provide preferential consideration for veterans returning to civilian careers through state employment processes.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAdds civil service exam points (10/5 for veterans, 15/10 for disabled) to aid state job access, directly supporting veteran employment benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1246: Relates to creating a distinctive plate for combat veterans having served in the navy, marine corps, air force or coast guard

Bill S 1246 proposes to create distinctive license plates for combat veterans who served in the Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or Coast Guard, and for their spouses. These plates would display the specific branch of service and the words "Combat Veteran." Applicants must provide proof of their combat veteran status to be eligible. There would be a one-time additional service charge of ten dollars for these plates. The bill also specifies that the plates will only be designed and produced if at least 200 orders are received, or a $6,000 bond is provided, to cover manufacturing costs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates visible recognition for combat veterans via specialized license plates displaying branch of service and 'Combat Veteran' status, requiring proof of service to honor their service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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failed · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

A 777: Provides financial, health care, educational, and work force protections to disabled veterans and their families

Addresses the financial, health care, educational, and workforce needs of disabled veterans and their families by providing tax relief, expanding health care access, enhancing education benefits, and improving workforce protections.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides tax relief for disabled veterans and families, directly reducing tax burden per summary.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly states 'expanding health care access' for disabled veterans and families, directly advancing healthcare access as a core provision.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly provides 'workforce protections' for disabled veterans, directly aligning with labor protection indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly expands healthcare access, enhances education benefits, and improves workforce protections for disabled veterans, directly advancing their support needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7670: Excludes veterans' disability benefits from probable aggregate annual income

Provides that, for purposes of veterans seeking to qualify for public housing, "probable aggregate annual income" shall not include disability benefits paid by federal government to veterans for service-connected disabilities; provides that such disability benefits shall not be included in computing any surcharge against such veterans.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' disability benefits from income calculation for public housing, increasing eligibility without reducing housing resources.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes federal disability benefits from income calculations for public housing, ensuring veterans aren't disqualified from housing due to these benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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