Veterans (Veteran Education)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6052: Eliminates sporting license fees for honorably discharged, disabled veterans

This bill eliminates all fees for lifetime sporting licenses (including hunting and fishing) for New York state residents who are honorably discharged veterans with a 40% or greater service-connected disability. It directly affects eligible veterans by removing the standard $765 fee for lifetime licenses, replacing it with a $0.00 charge in the fee schedule. The key mechanism updates the license fee table to create a new category for these veterans, ensuring they pay nothing for lifetime access to sporting privileges. The policy change applies immediately upon enactment and affects veterans meeting specific criteria under New York's veterans' services law.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEliminates $765 fee for veterans' sporting licenses, providing direct financial benefit and access to recreational activities for eligible veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6094: Exempts veterans from the payment of certain fees relating to corporations

This bill exempts eligible New York State veterans from paying certain corporate registration and filing fees for five years. It directly affects veterans who are New York residents and have received an honorable discharge, a qualifying medical condition (as defined by law), or been confirmed as a discharged LGBT veteran by the Department of Veterans' Services. The exemption applies to fees required under Section 104-A of the Business Corporation Law and Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, covering actions like forming or registering a corporation. Veterans must provide documentation of their status to claim the exemption, as outlined in the bill's provisions.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts eligible veterans from corporate fees, reducing financial burden and expanding benefits per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6661: Establishes the New York state veterans cemetery act

Establishes the "New York state veterans cemetery act"; directs the division to conduct an investigation and study on the issue of the establishment of a New York state veterans cemetery funding program.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directs study to establish veterans cemetery funding program, advancing recognition and services for veterans through dedicated state cemetery initiative.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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failed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 819: Eliminates the photo image fee for veterans who have their license amended with a veteran notation

This bill eliminates the photo image fee for veterans who update their driver's license or state ID card to include a veteran notation. It specifically removes the fee when the only change is adding the veteran designation, which identifies the holder as a U.S. armed forces veteran. The policy applies directly to veterans seeking this license/ID amendment, ensuring no fee is charged for this specific notation. The change affects all veterans meeting the criteria under existing law, streamlining the process for this administrative update.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEliminates fee for veteran ID notation, removing financial barrier to recognition of military service per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6504: Establishes the veteran career assistance program within the SUNY and CUNY systems

Establishes the veteran career assistance program within the SUNY and CUNY systems to provide veterans with assistance in resume writing and employment placement services.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes veteran career assistance program with resume/employment services at SUNY/CUNY, directly supporting veteran employment placement.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4509: Includes certain veterans in the definition of resident as it relates to community colleges and state-aided four-year colleges

Includes active duty military and certain veterans going to college under the new GI bill in the definition of resident as it relates to community colleges and state-aided four-year colleges.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands higher education access for veterans by including them in residency definition for community colleges and state-aided four-year colleges.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends in-state tuition benefits to veterans under GI Bill, directly expanding educational access and financial support for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3326: Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of certain combat veterans until covered by the federal government

Establishes the "New York's Own combat veterans healthcare choice program act" to establish tax free savings accounts to pay the healthcare costs of combat veterans on active duty during Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom, until covered by the federal government; directs the division of military and naval affairs to establish a registry of Afghanistan and Iraq veterans.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax-free savings accounts for veterans' healthcare, providing direct tax relief as a fiscal measure to fund a specific healthcare program.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates tax-free savings accounts for combat veterans' healthcare costs until federal coverage, expanding access to health services for a specific group.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates tax-free savings accounts for combat veterans' healthcare costs until federal coverage, directly expanding healthcare access and benefits for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8146: Directs the department of veterans' services to conduct a study about veterans' employment review

Senate Bill S 8146 directs the New York State Department of Veterans' Services to conduct a comprehensive study on veterans' employment opportunities and incentives within the state. This study, to be completed by December 31, 2027, will involve consultation with state labor and civil service departments, as well as veteran and labor organizations. It will examine the current system of awarding civil service credit, analyze potential new criteria for such credits (like military occupational specialty or combat experience), and review existing employment protections for veterans. The bill also tasks the study with exploring methods to recruit veterans displaced from federal employment after January 20, 2025, and recommending additional incentives for employers to hire and retain veteran employees.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directs study to examine veterans' employment opportunities and civil service credit systems, aiming to improve veteran employment incentives and services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4556: Provides representation to veterans for certain civil matters

Provides representation to veterans that are at or below four hundred percent of the federal poverty guidelines for matters involving children, sustenance and real property proceedings.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides legal representation for veterans in civil matters (children, housing, sustenance), directly enhancing access to services and protections for this group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4752: Establishes a program for the sharing of veteran contact information

S 4752 would create a state program to securely share veteran contact information between multiple state agencies that provide services to veterans. It requires agencies offering benefits like tax exemptions, housing assistance, career services, or health care to ask clients about veteran status and share this information (with strict privacy protections) to connect veterans to relevant support. The program would link agencies including the Department of Veterans' Services, housing authorities, tax offices, and health departments. This aims to streamline access to benefits without changing existing entitlements or creating new programs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates program to securely share veteran contact info between agencies, enabling better access to existing benefits like healthcare and housing assistance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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