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NY A06837
Bill
Status
3/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Harvey Epstein
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AI Summary
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Increases the maximum number of state positions that can be filled by persons with physical or mental disabilities from 1,700 to 5,000
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Raises the cap on state positions designated for disabled veterans and veterans with disabilities from 500 to 2,000
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Positions under both programs are classified as noncompetitive class and may be filled on a full-time or part-time basis
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Veterans who received combat wounds documented by a Purple Heart continue to receive priority in certification and referral for veteran positions
Legislative Description
Relates to employment of persons and veterans with disabilities by the state; provides up to five thousand positions may be filled by persons with a physical or mental disability and up to two thousand positions may be filled by disabled veterans and veterans with disabilities.
Last Action
referred to governmental employees
3/14/2025