Bill > S08365

This bill amends the New York Civil Service Law to provide additional preference points for members of the New York Army National Guard or Air National Guard who are activated during state disaster emergencies or under specific military law provisions. Specifically, National Guard members who have been activated for a cumulative period of 60 days or more will be entitled to receive 2.5 additional points in competitive examinations for original appointment or promotion. To qualify, members must provide documentation of their activation, cannot have previously received veterans' preference points, and must still meet all other eligibility requirements and qualify for the examination without the additional points. If a candidate is eligible for both veterans' preference and National Guard activation preference, they will automatically receive the veterans' preference points. The bill defines "state disaster emergency" using the definition in the Executive Law and will take effect immediately, applying to state disaster emergencies declared on or after January 1, 2025. This legislation aims to recognize and support National Guard members who serve during emergencies by providing a modest employment advantage in civil service examinations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8365