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NY S09315
NY S09315Directs the department of veterans' services to conduct pre-release briefings for incarcerated veterans regarding available federal and state benefits available to veterans and their families and how to apply for such benefits.
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Introduced
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the veterans' services law, in relation to pre-release briefings for incarcerated veterans regarding available federal and state benefits
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) provide pre-release briefings to incarcerated individuals who are veterans before they are released from state correctional facilities. These briefings will inform veterans and their families about federal and state benefits they are eligible for, such as healthcare, education, and housing assistance, and will also explain the process for applying for these benefits. The DVS will collaborate with the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to ensure these briefings are effectively implemented as part of the veterans' discharge planning process.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS (on 02/27/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9315 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09315&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S09315 |
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