Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 9878: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to PFC Travis C. Krege

Dedicates a portion of the state highway system constituting the bridge on Cleveland Drive crossing interstate route 90 in the town of Cheektowaga, county of Erie, to PFC Travis C. Krege.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran by dedicating a highway bridge to PFC Travis C. Krege, providing public recognition of his service.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 9327: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Sergeant Gregory L. Wahl

This bill designates a specific bridge on the Southern State Parkway in Islip, Suffolk County, as a tribute to Sergeant Gregory L. Wahl. It requires the transportation commissioner to install signs honoring Sergeant Wahl on the bridge while explicitly stating that the bridge's official name will not be changed. The legislation ensures the dedication remains ceremonial to prevent any disruption to commerce or traffic flow. It takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran through official recognition and dedication, strengthening veteran support through public acknowledgment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Jul 31, 2026

A 10742: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to East Fishkill veterans

This bill dedicates a specific section of State Route 376 in East Fishkill to honor local veterans. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to install signs identifying the route as "Highway Dedicated to East Fishkill Veterans." While the dedication is ceremonial, the official name of the highway will remain unchanged to prevent confusion and avoid disrupting commerce. The changes apply only to the portion of the road between State Route 82 and State Route 52 within Dutchess County.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors veterans by dedicating a highway section to them, providing public recognition and commemoration of their service.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Jul 17, 2026

S 7607: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Lt. Gary A. Scott

This bill (S 7607) designates a specific segment of State Route 19 in the town of LeRoy, Genesee County, as a ceremonial tribute to Lt. Gary A. Scott. It requires the Department of Transportation to install commemorative signage reading "Highway Dedicated to Lt. Gary A. Scott" along this highway portion. The dedication is strictly ceremonial and does not change the highway's official name or legal designation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCeremonial highway dedication recognizes veteran service, directly aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator per topic description.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11129: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Specialist Thomas Edwin Beglinger

Dedicates a portion of the state highway system in the county of Wyoming, constituting state route 98 from School Street in the town of Sheldon at the southern end to the southern line of the village of Attica, to Specialist Thomas Edwin Beglinger.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly honors a veteran by dedicating a state highway to him, which counts as recognizing veteran service.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10085: Extends the twenty-five year presumptive eligibility period for certain retirement benefits for injuries or illnesses related to World Trade Center rescue, recovery and clean-up operations

Extends the presumptive eligibility period, from twenty-five to thirty-five years, for certain retirement benefits for injuries or illnesses related to World Trade Center rescue, recovery and clean-up operations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill extends retirement benefits for 9/11 responders, directly expanding worker benefits and protecting injured workers.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends the eligibility period for retirement benefits for 9/11 responders, strengthening their financial protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 11538: Extends the expansion of eligibility for World Trade Center death and disability benefits for members of New York's organized militia

Extends the expansion of eligibility for World Trade Center death and disability benefits for members of New York's organized militia for an additional four years.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends eligibility for death and disability benefits for militia members, directly strengthening veteran support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 11233: Authorizes early renewal of vehicle registration for members of the armed forces who will be engaged in the performance of their official military duties upon its expiration

Authorizes early renewal of vehicle registration for members of the armed forces who will be engaged in the performance of their official military duties upon its expiration.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill facilitates vehicle registration renewal for active-duty members, reducing administrative burdens and supporting military service.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10921: Relates to exempting disabled veterans from certain fees relating to physical modification of a residence to accommodate a disability

Relates to exempting disabled veterans from application fees relating to physical modification of a residence to accommodate a disability, including permit fees, plan review fees, inspection fees and reinspection fees.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill exempts disabled veterans from fees for home modifications, directly expanding financial benefits and accessibility for veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 2631: Provides additional tax exemptions for two qualified veterans living in the same household

This bill expands property tax exemptions for veterans living together in the same household. It adds up to a 7.5% exemption (capped at $6,000) for non-combat veterans sharing a home, and up to a 5% exemption (capped at $4,000) for veterans who served in combat zones. Local governments must adopt these provisions through public hearings and local ordinances to implement the additional tax breaks. The changes directly affect qualifying veterans living with other veterans and require local jurisdictions to formally approve the exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemptions (reducing burden) for veterans, directly aligning with tax relief indicator for middle/lower income groups in Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands property tax exemptions for veterans, adding financial benefits based on service type (combat/non-combat)90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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