Provides a legacy credit to the children and siblings of veterans who were killed in the line of duty including veterans who were disabled as a result of their service, exposed to toxic substances, or presumptive conditions determined by the department of veterans affairs.
Impact
If enacted, A08723 would have a significant impact on civil service recruitment by creating a specialized pathway for children and siblings of deceased or disabled veterans to gain additional standing in competitive hiring processes. This move is aimed at recognizing and compensating the unique challenges faced by these individuals, thereby promoting employment for military families and helping to integrate them into public service roles. The bill may alter the landscape of civil service exams and the overall hiring practices within state and local government agencies.
Summary
Assembly Bill A08723, introduced by Assemblymember Pheffer Amato, seeks to amend the civil service law in New York to provide additional employment credits to the children and siblings of veterans who were killed in the line of duty, as well as those who became disabled due to their service. Specifically, the bill allows these individuals to receive an additional ten points in competitive examinations for original appointment within civil service positions. The intent of the bill is to honor the sacrifices made by veterans and support their surviving relatives in accessing public employment opportunities.
Contention
The bill has generated discussions regarding its implications for fairness in civil service hiring. Advocates argue that providing legacy credits is a justifiable and necessary measure to support families of veterans who have made the ultimate sacrifice or suffered long-term health issues. On the other hand, critics question whether such additional credits may undermine meritocracy in public employment, potentially privileging certain applicants over equally or more qualified candidates without similar family connections to military service. These concerns could spark broader debates about equity and inclusivity in the hiring process.
Additional_notes
The introduction of A08723 aligns with ongoing legislative efforts to enhance support for veterans and their families, reflecting a societal commitment to recognize their sacrifices. The bill underscores the importance of local and state laws that address the needs of military families, ensuring they have access to opportunities that may help alleviate some of the burdens they face as a result of their loved ones' service.
Same As
Provides a legacy credit to the children and siblings of veterans who were killed in the line of duty including veterans who were disabled as a result of their service, exposed to toxic substances, or presumptive conditions determined by the department of veterans affairs.
Provides a legacy credit to the children and siblings of veterans who were killed in the line of duty including veterans who were disabled as a result of their service, exposed to toxic substances, or presumptive conditions determined by the department of veterans affairs.
Establishes a returning veterans tax credit for businesses that hire veterans and disabled veterans; provides that such tax credit is worth $3,000 per veteran hired or $4,000 for every disabled veteran hired and the total benefit shall not exceed $15,000 annually.
Establishes a returning veterans tax credit for businesses that hire veterans and disabled veterans; provides that such tax credit is worth $3,000 per veteran hired or $4,000 for every disabled veteran hired and the total benefit shall not exceed $15,000 annually.
Authorizes the Department of Veterans' Services to consult and collaborate with relevant offices in the federal department of veterans affairs, the department of health, the state office for the aging and other HCBS experts to develop educational materials for veterans and their families about the accessibility to home and community-based services.
Authorizes the Department of Veterans' Services to consult and collaborate with relevant offices in the federal department of veterans affairs, the department of health, the state office for the aging and other HCBS experts to develop educational materials for veterans and their families about the accessibility to home and community-based services.
Requires the department of veterans' services to obtain information from the United States department of veterans affairs related to the county of residence of New York state veterans discharged from active service, in which county such veterans reside, and transfer such information to the appropriate county veteran service agency.