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NY A09382

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marianne Buttenschon

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires SUNY and CUNY institutions to grant academic credit to veteran undergraduate students for military training and coursework that meets American Council on Education standards

  • Defines "veteran" as a New York State resident who served in active U.S. military or naval service and was honorably discharged, furloughed to reserve, or returned to the NY National Guard or Naval Militia

  • Applies to full-time undergraduate students in good standing who submit an application for credit

  • Prohibits charging veterans any fees, tuition, or other costs for credits awarded under this program

  • Takes effect July 1 following enactment, with boards of trustees required to establish implementation procedures

Legislative Description

Allows the granting of academic credit at state or city operated institutions to veterans.

Last Action

referred to higher education

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Education12/19/2025

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