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NY A07761
Bill
Status
Introduced
6/3/2013
Primary Sponsor
Michael Benedetto
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AI Summary
- Establishes the "Veterans Employment Act" requiring state agencies to hire honorably discharged veterans from a veteran temporary hiring list for temporary appointments when veterans possess the needed skills
- Defines "veteran" as individuals who served on active duty in U.S. military branches or reserves after September 11, 2001, and were not dishonorably discharged
- Directs the Department of Civil Service to establish and maintain a veteran temporary hiring list for use by all state agencies, including SUNY, CUNY, and public authorities
- Requires the Department of Civil Service to partner with the Division of Veterans' Affairs to educate separating service members about benefits available under this article
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Enacts the "veterans employment act" to grant veterans the right to temporary appointments by state agencies, rather than using temporary employment service companies.
Last Action
substituted by s5504a
6/18/2013
Committee Referrals
Rules6/13/2013
Ways and Means6/11/2013
Veterans' Affairs6/3/2013
Full Bill Text
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