Veterans

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4104: Relates to establishing discount programs for veterans

Relates to establishing discount programs for veterans; provides that utilities, waterworks corporations, telephone corporations and cable television companies shall create discount programs that provide a 10 percent discount to veterans; defines terms.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates 10% discounts for veterans on utilities/telecom, directly expanding access to benefits per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1483: Requires five percent of affordable housing units to be offered to veterans

This bill requires private housing developers building affordable units to reserve 5% of new units specifically for veterans. It directly affects all companies, corporations, and programs operating under the state's housing finance law. The key provision mandates that developers must set aside these units at the time of construction, with "veterans" defined by existing civil service law. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 5% of new affordable housing units for veterans, directly increasing targeted housing access and aligning with affordable housing expansion indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates 5% of affordable housing units for veterans, directly expanding housing access as a benefit per bill's explicit requirement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Veteran Employment Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5205: Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates

Allows current, active and retired military service members and reserve units of the state to qualify for distinctive license plates; allows the spouse to also qualify for such distinctive plates.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides distinctive license plates as recognition for military service members and spouses, directly aligning with veteran recognition policies under the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families National Guard & Reserve

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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

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 243: 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 eligibility to Space Force members, aligning them with other armed forces branches per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5104: Exempts qualified military benefits of veterans from inclusion in a resident's adjusted gross income

Exempts qualified military benefits from inclusion in a resident's adjusted gross income, including any allowance or in-kind benefit other than personal use of a vehicle, received by any former member of the uniformed services of the United States or any dependent of such member by reason of such member's status or service as a member of such uniformed services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts military benefits from taxable income, providing tax relief to veterans as a targeted tax break.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans' military benefits from taxable income, reducing tax burden and directly supporting financial stability for veterans and dependents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1866: Relates to establishing a green alert system for missing military members

This bill (S 1866) establishes a statewide "green alert" system for missing military members who have opted in and suffer from mental health conditions like PTSD or traumatic brain injury. It requires law enforcement to verify a member's military status, condition, and safety risk before activating the alert, which would then be broadcast through media and highway signs. The system includes privacy safeguards under HIPAA, an opt-out option for military members, and mandates coordination between state agencies and law enforcement. Alerts remain active only until the member is found or the designated notification period ends.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes alert system for missing veterans with PTSD/TBI, prioritizing safety and privacy via HIPAA, directly protecting veterans' well-being90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2025

S 2623: Relates to the employment of veterans with disabilities

This bill, S 2623, enhances employment assistance for veterans, particularly those with disabilities, by updating the Veterans' Services Law. It mandates the Department of Veterans' Services to maintain an online portal providing virtual links to federal and state employment programs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that both state and local veterans' service agencies must inform and assist veterans with employment and re-employment services, specifically including the employment of veterans with disabilities program under section fifty-five-c of the civil service law.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enhances employment assistance for veterans with disabilities via online portal and mandates state/local agencies to provide employment services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3120: Relates to the distinguishing mark on veterans driver's licenses and non-driver IDs

Relates to proof required for application of the distinguishing mark on veterans driver's licenses and non-driver IDs; conforms to federal law including National Guard members and reservists with 20 years of service as veterans.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes distinguishing mark on veteran IDs per federal standards, recognizing service for National Guard/reservists with 20+ years, aligning with veteran recognition policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 16, 2025

K 809: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim September 19, 2025, as POW/MIA Day in the State of New York

This Assembly Resolution (K 809) asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize September 19, 2025, as POW/MIA Day in New York State. It directly affects all New Yorkers by creating a state-level observance to honor military personnel held as prisoners of war or missing in action, aligning with the national observance. The resolution’s key mechanism is a formal request to the Governor to issue a proclamation, with copies sent to the Governor and American Legion posts statewide. It is a symbolic gesture with no new laws or funding, purely for commemoration.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes POW/MIA Day to honor veterans, aligning with state-level recognition of military service as defined in the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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