Veterans

signed · New York · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 10598: Dedicates a portion of the state highway system to Trooper Gerard B. Kane

This bill designates a specific bridge over the Southern State Parkway in Islip as a memorial to Trooper Gerard B. Kane. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to install signs honoring the trooper but explicitly states that the bridge's official name will not change. This measure serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than a legal renaming of the infrastructure.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a fallen trooper with a memorial sign, serving as a ceremonial tribute and recognition of veteran service.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports 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 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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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 8424: Provides a legacy credit to the children and siblings of veterans who were killed in the line of duty

Provides a legacy credit to the children and siblings of veterans who were killed in the line of duty including veterans who were disabled as a result of their service, exposed to toxic substances, or presumptive conditions determined by the department of veterans affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates financial legacy credit for children/siblings of veterans killed in service, including those with service-connected disabilities or toxic exposure, directly expanding benefits for veterans' families.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2353: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2025-26 state fiscal year for services and expenses of human services and veterans community services organization

This bill establishes a detailed list of organizations that will receive state funding for human services and veterans community services during the 2025-26 fiscal year. It authorizes the transfer of these funds between specific agencies, such as the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Department of Veterans' Services, with approval from the Senate leadership and the budget director. The resolution includes an itemized schedule specifying the exact dollar amounts each recipient organization will receive. Additionally, the bill requires that this allocation plan be formally approved by a majority vote of the Senate before the funds are spent.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific funding for human services and veterans organizations, directly advancing the budget topic by increasing government spending on essential programs.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly allocates state funding for veterans community services organizations, directly advancing veteran support programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2347: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for aid for services and expenses of human services and veterans community services organizations

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of organizations receiving state funds for human services and veterans' community services. It allows these funds to be transferred between specific agencies, including those for temporary assistance and veterans' services, with approval from the Senate leadership and budget director. The plan requires a detailed list of recipients and their amounts to be approved by a majority vote of the Senate before the money is spent. Ultimately, the legislation distributes specific dollar amounts to over 60 nonprofit groups across various sectors, such as food security, veteran support, animal welfare, and environmental conservation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill updates and maintains funding allocations for human services and veterans' organizations, ensuring continued financial support for essential public programs.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill updates funding list for veterans community services and allows fund transfers to support these programs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2344: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2023-2024 fiscal year for services and expenses of human services and veterans community services organizations

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of organizations receiving state funds for human services and veterans community services in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. It allows these funds to be reallocated among agencies like the Department of Health and the Department of Veterans' Services based on a new plan approved by the Senate leadership and the budget director. The resolution specifies exact dollar amounts for various non-profit groups, such as Hudson Valley Honor Flight and Housing Solutions of New York, while requiring a final Senate vote to authorize the spending.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill updates and reallocates state funds for human services and veterans organizations, directly advancing budget appropriations for public services.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates state funds to veterans community services organizations and allows reallocation to support veteran programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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