Permits veterans, for civil service purposes, to be defined as a veteran or disabled veteran under federal or State definition of veteran.

This bill updates New Jersey's civil service rules to clarify that veterans (including disabled veterans) who meet either federal or New Jersey's state definition of veteran qualify for civil service preference. It directly affects veterans seeking state government jobs by ensuring they are recognized under the broader, aligned definitions. The key change amends the law to reference both federal and state veteran criteria, removing ambiguity about eligibility. This ensures veterans who served under recognized conditions - such as World War II, Korea, Vietnam, or other conflicts - can access hiring preferences when applying for state civil service positions. The bill focuses on standardizing definitions, not creating new benefits.