Bill > A01794

This bill amends the New York General Business Law to require municipal and health agencies to provide a 120-day warning period before issuing monetary fines to congressionally chartered veterans' organizations for facility violations. During this period, the veterans' group will have an opportunity to correct the violation. If the violation continues after 120 days, a fine may be issued, but the organization can request a written extension by providing proof of attempts to resolve the issue. The bill specifically excludes two scenarios from this warning requirement: (1) imminent life-threatening building or health code violations that necessitate emergency facility closure, and (2) violations of alcoholic beverage control laws. The bill defines a "congressionally chartered veterans' group" as any veterans' organization that has been officially chartered by the United States Congress under title 36 of the United States Code. The legislation will take effect 60 days after becoming law, providing a structured approach to addressing violations at veterans' facilities while offering them a reasonable opportunity to remedy any issues.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1794