Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 291: Includes the space force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits

Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly extends existing veteran benefits to Space Force members, expanding eligibility for benefits available to other veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 7312: Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain lands in the town of Wilton, county of Saratoga, to the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition

Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain lands in the town of Wilton, county of Saratoga, to the Veterans and Community Housing Coalition.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingTransfers public land to a housing coalition for development, advancing affordable housing initiatives through land conveyance.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill transfers land to Veterans and Community Housing Coalition, directly supporting veteran housing services and infrastructure needs.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 6264: Expands the definition of veteran to include members of the commissioned corps of the national oceanic and atmospheric administration and the commissioned corps of the public health service

Expands the definition of veteran to include members of the commissioned corps of the NOAA and the commissioned corps of the public health service; expands access to certain benefits to those who served in the commissioned corps of the NOAA and the commissioned corps of the public health service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands veteran definition to include NOAA/Public Health Service corps members, granting access to existing benefits and services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

vetoed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 5155: Relates to veterans health care

Relates to veterans' health care; creates a veteran health care review to ensure veterans and their families have access to health and mental health treatment, including for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, military sexual trauma, reproductive and mental health conditions, and suicide prevention.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates veteran health care review to ensure access to mental health, PTSD, and suicide prevention services, expanding coverage and access for veterans95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates veteran health care review to ensure access to mental health, PTSD, suicide prevention, and reproductive care, advancing healthcare access for veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

Track

signed · New York · Senate Nov 5, 2025

S 8150: Enacts the governing unaccredited representatives defrauding (GUARD) VA benefits act

Protects veterans from fraud and unaccredited representatives; institutes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 for violation; establishes the class A misdemeanor crime of unaccredited representation of a veteran; establishes a veterans' services fund.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill protects veterans from fraud by unaccredited reps, imposes civil penalties, and establishes a veterans' services fund - directly advancing VA benefit security.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Nov 5, 2025

A 4751: Relates to the employment of veterans with disabilities

This bill requires New York's Department of Veterans' Services to create and maintain a centralized online employment portal for veterans with disabilities. The portal must link to federal and state resources like the U.S. Department of Labor, New York State Department of Labor, and civil service programs, including the existing veterans with disabilities employment program under Section 55-c of the Civil Service Law. The department must update the portal annually and may also provide printed versions of the information. This directly affects veterans with disabilities in New York seeking employment by improving access to existing support services.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires centralized employment portal linking to resources for veterans with disabilities, directly supporting job access and program coordination.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Nov 5, 2025

A 29: Designates the state of New York a purple heart state

This bill designates the state of New York as a "purple heart state" to honor combat veterans for their service and sacrifice. It directly affects the state's official branding and public recognition of veterans, with no new programs or funding. The key provision adds a new section to state law stating New York is a "purple heart state," which would be reflected in state communications, signage, or official materials. The designation is purely symbolic, with no concrete policy changes or obligations for veterans' benefits. (Note: As a commemorative resolution, this summary is concise per procedural bill guidelines.)

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly honors combat veterans through symbolic recognition, aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator without policy changes.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Sep 10, 2025

S 8024: Relates to disability retirement benefits to Stacie Stueber on behalf of her deceased husband, deputy sheriff Richard Stueber, a participant in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, or cleanup operations

Provides accidental disability retirement benefits for deputy sheriff Richard Stueber, a participant in World Trade Center rescue, recovery, and cleanup operations.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides disability retirement benefits to WTC responder's family, directly advancing veteran benefits for a specific case.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Sep 10, 2025

S 5446: Relates to dedicating a portion of the state highway system to Specialist Jason Johnston

This bill (S 5446) is a ceremonial dedication of a specific highway segment in Albion, Orleans County, to Specialist Jason Johnston. It designates a portion of State Route 31-A (from Power-line Road to State Route 98) as "Highway Dedicated to Specialist Jason Johnston" for signage purposes only. The bill explicitly states this is a ceremonial act with no change to the highway's official name, and requires signage to avoid confusion with commercial traffic. It does not alter transportation policy or affect any other individuals or entities.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCeremonial dedication recognizes Specialist Johnston's service, aligning with veteran recognition policy indicators.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · New York · Assembly Sep 10, 2025

A 8237: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients

This bill (A 8237) designates a specific segment of State Route 35 in Westchester County (from US Route 202 to Route 100 in Somers) as a ceremonial dedication to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients. The law requires the transportation commissioner to install and maintain signs reading "Highway Dedicated to Westchester Purple Heart Recipients" along this route. Crucially, the bill clarifies this is purely symbolic - no official highway name change will occur, and the dedication is intended to avoid disrupting commerce. It does not alter traffic regulations or create new benefits for recipients. The bill was signed into law on September 10, 2025.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway segment to honor Purple Heart recipients, a form of veteran recognition explicitly listed in topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans