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NY S04710
NY S04710Establishes the Alex R. Jimenez New York state military immigrant family legacy program within the division of veterans' services.
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Introduced
02/09/2021
02/09/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the Alex R. Jimenez New York state military immigrant family legacy program
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Alex R. Jimenez New York State Military Immigrant Family Legacy Program within the Division of Veterans' Services. The program aims to assist active duty military members, veterans, and their family members in securing legal immigration status, including citizenship. The bill creates two program coordinators - one appointed by the Director of Veterans' Services and one by the Adjutant General of the Division of Military and Naval Affairs - to administer the program. The coordinators will provide assistance with immigration-related matters, serve as liaisons, advocate for intended recipients, and develop educational resources and events. The bill also requires the coordinators to submit an annual report on the program's activities.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS (on 01/05/2022)
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