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This bill extends a pilot program that waives state civil service examination fees until December 31, 2027. Specifically, the bill amends the existing civil service law to allow the state civil service department, municipal commissions, and regional commissions to continue waiving application fees for all examinations held between July 1, 2023, and December 31, 2027. The waiver is particularly beneficial for certain groups, including unemployed individuals primarily supporting a household, those receiving public assistance, and veterans. The bill defines veterans broadly, including those who have served in the U.S. armed forces, national guard, or state military units and have been honorably discharged or have specific qualifying conditions. The legislation ensures that these examination fee waivers will be in effect from April 1, 2023, through the end of 2027, providing continued support for job seekers by reducing financial barriers to taking civil service examinations.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4320