Bill > S08423

This bill amends the New York Civil Service Law to provide additional points for military spouses and surviving spouses during competitive civil service examinations for original appointment and promotion. The bill first defines "military spouse" as the spouse of a veteran or non-disabled veteran, and "surviving spouse" as the spouse of a military service member who died due to a cause related to their military service. Under the new provisions, military spouses will receive three additional points in competitive examinations for both original appointment and promotion, while surviving spouses will receive six additional points in the same types of examinations. These points are added to an applicant's final earned rating, which helps improve their ranking on eligible lists. This change is designed to provide additional employment opportunities and recognition for families of military personnel, building upon existing veteran preference points in civil service examinations. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8423