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NY A05058

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/2/2023

Primary Sponsor

Aileen Gunther

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Origin

Assembly

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals subdivisions 29-a and 29-b of section 305 of the education law and amends subdivision 29
  • Expands the high school diploma program for veterans to include all who have served in active military or naval service of the United States and been discharged under honorable conditions
  • Removes the previous restriction limiting the program to veterans of World War II only
  • Allows veterans unable to complete secondary education for any reason to earn a high school diploma based on knowledge and experience gained during military service
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Allows any veteran who has served this nation to be awarded a high school degree based on their knowledge and experience gained while in service.

Last Action

referred to education

1/3/2024

Committee Referrals

Education3/2/2023

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