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NY S08699
NY S08699Includes New York guard members to the recruitment incentive and retention program for members of the New York state organized militia; permits tuition benefits for post-graduate study.
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to recruitment incentive and retention program for members of the New York state organized militia; to repeal certain provisions of such law relating thereto; and to amend chapter 268 of the laws of 1996, amending the education law and the state finance law relating to providing a recruitment incentive and retention program for certain active members of the New York army national guard, New York air national guard, and New York naval militia, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
AI Summary
This bill expands the New York State Organized Militia's recruitment incentive and retention program to include members of the New York Guard, a state militia force, and permits tuition benefits for post-graduate study, meaning advanced academic programs beyond a bachelor's degree. The bill amends existing education law to include the New York Guard in the definition of "active member" eligible for these benefits, which cover tuition costs after other financial aid is applied, excluding the federal Montgomery GI Bill. Additionally, the program's expiration date is extended from September 1, 2026, to September 1, 2031, ensuring that individuals who have started receiving benefits can continue until they complete their degree or leave active service.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION (on 01/07/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8699 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S08699&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S08699 |
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