Bill > A08087

This bill authorizes the presentation of a New York State Cold War Commemorative Medal to veterans who meet specific eligibility criteria. The medal can be awarded to New York state residents or former residents who served in the United States Armed Forces during the Cold War period from September 2, 1945, through December 26, 1991, and were discharged under honorable conditions or have a qualifying condition as defined in veterans' services law. The bill allows for the medal to be presented to the designated representative if the eligible veteran has passed away, and specifies that no person can receive more than one such medal. The Adjutant General, in consultation with the Commissioner of the Department of Veterans' Services, will develop rules and regulations for the medal's presentation and distribution. Additionally, the bill amends existing law to clarify that recipients of this medal do not need to have been a New York resident at the time of their military entry. The act will take effect on the first of April following its passage, with the Division of Military and Naval Affairs authorized to implement the necessary regulations.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8087