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NY A07260
Bill
Status
6/10/2015
Primary Sponsor
Addie Jenne
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AI Summary
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Amends Executive Law Section 353 to authorize the development and encouragement of plans for assistance and benefits for veterans who experience military sexual trauma while on active duty or during military training.
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Modifies Executive Law Section 358 to require local veterans' service agencies to inform and assist veterans and armed forces members regarding matters pertaining to military sexual trauma experienced during active duty or military training.
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Expands the duties of local veterans' service agencies to include military sexual trauma assistance alongside existing services for education, health, employment, and other veteran benefits.
Legislative Description
Requires veteran organizations to provide assistance to veterans which adequately addresses military sexual trauma experienced by veterans due to their military service.
Last Action
REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS
6/8/2016