Veterans (Veteran Education)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11601: Enacts the "never forgotten act"

Enacts the "never forgotten act"; establishes a veterans remembrance civic engagement requirement for graduation from public high schools in New York state.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enacts 'Never Forgotten Act' requiring high school graduations to include veteran remembrance, directly recognizing and honoring veterans.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

K 1584: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim November 1-7, 2026, as Veterans Awareness Week in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate the week of November 1-7, 2026, as Veterans Awareness Week. The measure is intended to honor military service members by encouraging schools, veteran organizations, and the public to focus on appreciating veterans during this time. It does not create new laws or change existing programs but serves as a formal recognition of the state's armed forces. Once adopted, the resolution will be sent to Governor Kathy Hochul for her signature.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates Veterans Awareness Week to honor and recognize military service members, explicitly supporting veteran recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 9851: Expands the veterans' services commission

This bill expands the Veterans' Services Commission by increasing the number of appointed members from thirteen to fifteen and adding several new ex officio members. The changes allow for additional representation from veterans' service organizations, local agency directors, family members of veterans, and individuals with expertise in areas like healthcare, education, and legal issues specific to veterans. The commission will continue to coordinate state agency operations related to veterans' services, study issues affecting veterans and their families, and submit annual reports to the governor and legislature. One of the existing members, including the adjutant general, will be designated as chairperson, and the commission is required to meet at least quarterly. The bill also mandates that the state department maintain a public webpage listing all commission members, their appointment details, and meeting minutes.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands the Veterans' Services Commission by adding members representing veterans and their families, strengthening oversight and support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11103: Relates to establishing the private employers veterans' preference policy act

This bill allows private companies to voluntarily create written policies that give hiring, promotion, or retention preferences to veterans over equally qualified non-veterans. It defines "private employer" as any business entity excluding government agencies and specifies which individuals qualify as veterans based on their active duty service and discharge status. The policy must be applied consistently to all employment decisions, including situations where a company reduces its workforce. The legislation does not require businesses to adopt such policies but provides a legal framework for those that choose to do so.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a policy to give hiring and promotion preferences to veterans, expanding employment opportunities and supporting a specific worker group.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a policy allowing private employers to give hiring and promotion preferences to veterans, directly supporting veteran employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11230: Grants free access and parking at airports for veterans

This bill mandates that all commercial and general aviation airports in New Jersey provide free access and parking for veterans. The law requires airport operators to accept a valid veteran identification card as proof of eligibility for these benefits. While the measure applies to most public airports, it explicitly excludes facilities operated by bi-state authorities. The legislation also includes a provision to ensure New York State enacts similar rules, with the bill taking effect once both states have passed identical laws.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates free airport access and parking for veterans, expanding benefits and recognizing their service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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passed · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11022: Relates to making widely available information on programs related to the hiring of veterans

Directs the department of veterans' services and the department of economic development to make available on their website information about federal and state programs available to businesses that employ veterans.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes hiring veterans, strengthening labor market inclusion and employment opportunities.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates making hiring programs for veterans widely available, directly supporting veteran employment and economic integration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11079: Enacts the "Technical Sergeant Joseph G. Lemm tuition benefit act"

Enacts the "Technical Sergeant Joseph G. Lemm tuition benefit act" to allow members of the New York state organized militia to receive tuition benefits for certain post-secondary degree programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides tuition benefits to militia members, expanding educational access and funding for post-secondary degrees.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes tuition benefits for state militia members, directly expanding educational support for veterans.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Veteran Education

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9594: Relates to contracts by service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises

This bill modifies the Veterans' Services Law to increase the statewide participation goal for service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises on state contracts from six percent to twenty percent. The change directly affects state procurement processes by setting a higher target for how much of state contract spending should go to these businesses. The provision is implemented immediately upon taking effect and establishes a clear numerical benchmark for future contract awards.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases state spending on veteran-owned businesses, promoting economic support for a specific group through government procurement.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases state contract participation goal for veteran-owned businesses from 6% to 20%, directly supporting veteran employment and economic opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10544: Requires all forms issued to the public by the state include an optional question regarding veteran status

Requires all forms issued to the public by the state include an optional question regarding veteran status and whether the person completing the form would consent to the agency sharing their contact information with regards to resources available to veterans.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill adds recognition mechanism for veterans by including veteran status question on state forms, facilitating access to veteran resources.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 30, 2026

S 9624: Exempts veterans from the payment of certain fees relating to corporations

This bill would exempt New York veterans from paying certain fees associated with forming or maintaining corporations and not-for-profit organizations. It defines eligible veterans as those who served in the U.S. military or state guard with an honorable or general discharge, those with qualifying conditions under state veterans law, or discharged LGBT veterans, provided they are New York residents. The fee exemption applies for five years after receiving a qualifying discharge or confirmation of status, and the Department of State would establish rules for documenting veteran eligibility. The legislation applies to both business and not-for-profit corporation laws and would take effect 180 days after becoming law.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill exempts veterans from corporate fees, providing financial relief and recognizing their service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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