Veterans

in committee · New York · Assembly Sep 8, 2025

A 6585: Authorizes a distinctive "North Country Honor Flight" license plate; establishes the North Country Honor Flight fund

This bill (A 6585) creates a special "North Country Honor Flight" license plate for New York vehicle owners. Drivers who choose this plate pay a $25 annual fee on top of standard registration, with funds exceeding $6,000 annually deposited into the North Country Honor Flight Fund. The fund, managed by state finance officials, directly supports the North Country Honor Flight organization, which provides free trips for veterans. The bill establishes the plate and fund as permanent mechanisms to generate dedicated funding for this veterans' program.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates $25 license plate fee funding free veteran trips via Honor Flight program, directly supporting veteran recognition and services.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 20, 2026

A 792: Relates to the definition of income for purposes of the senior citizen rent increase exemptions (SCRIE) program and the disability rent increase exemption (DRIE)

Excludes Medicare premiums from the definition of income for purposes of the senior citizen rent increase exemptions (SCRIE) program and the disability rent increase exemption (DRIE).

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' and workers' comp benefits from income calculations, expanding eligibility for rent exemptions under SCRIE/DRIE programs, strengthening tenant protections for seniors and disabled renters.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes veterans' benefits from income calculations for rent exemptions, increasing eligibility for housing assistance without reducing benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4125: Establishes distinctive "POW-MIA" license plates and establishes the "POW-MIA awareness fund"

Establishes distinctive "POW-MIA" license plates; establishes the "POW-MIA awareness fund" to fund POW-MIA public education and awareness campaigns and veteran services by Rolling Thunder New York chapters and upon approval by the state director of veterans' services.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes fund for veteran services via Rolling Thunder and POW-MIA awareness campaigns, directly funding veteran programs as per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 9, 2026

S 6283: Relates to the state cannabis advisory board

This bill adds a non-voting representative from the division of service-disabled veterans' business development to the state cannabis advisory board. The amendment specifies that this new member, alongside existing non-voting department representatives, will join the board's thirteen voting members. The change does not alter the board's voting structure or policy authority but expands the advisory group's composition to include veterans' business development expertise. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on board membership composition with no direct policy changes to cannabis regulation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAdds veterans' business development representative to cannabis board, integrating veteran expertise into advisory process to support veteran employment initiatives.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1512: Eliminates the registration fee for gold star mother and gold star family member distinctive license plates

Provides for distinctive license plates for gold star family members; eliminates the registration fee for gold star mother and gold star family member distinctive license plates.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEliminates registration fee for gold star families, providing tax relief (fee reduction) for a specific group, aligning with support indicators.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEliminates registration fee for gold star family license plates, recognizing military sacrifice and reducing financial burden for veterans' families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9130: Relates to designating the fourth Thursday in March as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day"

This bill designates the fourth Thursday in March each year as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day" in New York State. It adds this date to the official list of commemorative days in the executive law, primarily affecting state government operations and public observances. The bill does not create new programs or funding but formally recognizes the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, a historic group of African American military pilots. This is a procedural change with no direct impact on citizens or new policy requirements.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates day to commemorate Tuskegee Airmen (veteran pilots), recognizing their service per topic's recognition criteria.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6797: Prohibits data brokers from selling the personal information of current and former military servicemembers

This bill prohibits data brokers from selling the personal information of current or former military members and their households without explicit consent. It defines "data brokers" as companies that collect and sell personal data from people they don't have direct relationships with, and requires clear, affirmative consent for any sale of military-related information. The law specifically bans selling "military servicemember lists" or personal data about military members or their families without permission, applying to businesses operating in New York or targeting New York residents. It excludes certain entities like financial institutions under federal law but directly affects data brokers and military households by restricting commercial use of their personal information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits unauthorized sale of military data, enhancing privacy protections per bill's explicit consent requirement for data brokers.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill protects veterans' privacy by prohibiting data brokers from selling military members' personal information without consent, directly advancing data protection for this group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2524: Prohibits the unauthorized sale of veterans' commemorative property by cemeteries

Prohibits the unauthorized sale, purchase or transfer of any cemetery marker, flag holder, monument, statue or other physical memorabilia that is over 75 years old that commemorates the life or death of a veteran or group of veterans, including but not limited to a military unit, company, battalion or division, if such cemetery marker, flag holder, monument, statue or other physical memorabilia that commemorates the life or death of a veteran or group of veterans has been placed in any cemetery; makes violations a class B misdemeanor; permits cemeteries to make such sales upon application to the state cemetery board and upon certain conditions.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProhibits unauthorized sale of veteran memorials, preserving recognition and honoring veterans' service through protected commemorative property.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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passed · New York · Senate Jan 14, 2025

J 21: Commending Robert Jesse Warrington posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the New York State Senate

This Senate Resolution (J 21) posthumously commends Robert Jesse Warrington, a U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Cold War, for being named recipient of New York State's Liberty Medal - the Senate's highest honor for individuals. The resolution formally recognizes his military service, community involvement, and legacy, directing that the Liberty Medal be presented to his family at a Columbia County ceremony on September 23, 2024.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill posthumously commends a veteran's military service and community legacy via New York State's highest honor, directly recognizing veteran contributions as per topic indicators.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jan 14, 2025

J 19: Commending Technician Fourth Grade Joseph S. Cesternino posthumously upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of a Liberty Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon an individual by the

This Senate Resolution (J 19) commends Technician Fourth Grade Joseph S. Cesternino posthumously for being awarded the Liberty Medal - the highest honor given by the New York State Senate - to recognize his World War II service. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, will be presented to his family as a tribute to his military service and sacrifice. It does not create new laws or policies but formally honors his legacy as a WWII veteran who served in the European Theater and received multiple military medals.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill commends WWII veteran's service with Liberty Medal, directly recognizing sacrifice per topic's recognition indicator.85% confidence

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