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NY A00291

Bill

Status

Passed

12/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Didi Barrett

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds the United States Space Force to the legal definition of "Armed Forces of the United States" in New York's General Construction Law, making Space Force members eligible for all state benefits afforded to other military branches

  • Extends veterans' benefits eligibility to Space Force members, including property tax exemptions, civil service examination fee waivers, and leave of absence with pay on Memorial Day and Veterans' Day

  • Amends multiple New York state laws including the Election Law, Insurance Law, Military Law, Public Officers Law, Economic Development Law, Civil Service Law, Real Property Tax Law, and Education Law to recognize Space Force service

  • Ensures Space Force members receive equal treatment with Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard members for motor vehicle insurance eligibility after active duty service

  • Includes Space Force in provisions for flag presentment ceremonies honoring deceased service members and military service definitions for educational purposes

Legislative Description

Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.

Last Action

signed chap.611

12/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs5/21/2025
Rules5/20/2025
Ways and Means4/28/2025
Veterans' Affairs1/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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