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This bill directs the New York State Department of Veterans' Services to conduct a comprehensive study on veterans' employment opportunities and challenges. The study, to be completed by December 31, 2027, will involve consulting with various state departments, labor organizations, and veterans' service officers. The research will explore ways to improve veteran employment, including reviewing civil service credit systems, analyzing potential credit awards based on military experience and achievements, examining current employment protections, and developing methods to help veterans (particularly those recently dismissed from federal employment) transition to civilian jobs. The study aims to provide recommendations for employers on recruiting and retaining veteran employees, recognizing veterans' diverse skills and the challenges they face when seeking civilian employment. The bill emphasizes the importance of supporting veterans who have served the country and helping them successfully integrate into the workforce, especially in light of recent federal workforce reductions. The study's findings will be reported to the governor, senate president, and assembly speaker, with the goal of creating more supportive employment policies and opportunities for veterans in New York State.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8146