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NY S00148
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/5/2011
Primary Sponsor
George Maziarz
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AI Summary
- Expands eligibility for military service recognition scholarships to include conflicts occurring between June 1, 1982 and December 31, 1987, in addition to existing eligibility from August 2, 1990 onward
- Extends scholarship eligibility to children, spouses, and financial dependents of armed forces members or state militia who died, became severely and permanently disabled, or were classified as missing in action during these periods
- Applies to service members who were New York state legal residents at the time of death, disability, or missing in action status in combat theaters or combat zones
- Includes eligibility for those who died or became disabled from injuries or illnesses sustained during military training operations in preparation for combat duty
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Changes the eligibility dates for a military service recognition scholarship to include certain conflicts.
Last Action
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
1/5/2011
Committee Referrals
Higher Education1/5/2011
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