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New York Senate Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security and Military Affairs Committee
May 25, 2011 - Senate Celebrates Memorial Day With Passage of Bills to Help Veterans and Active Military Personnel - To commemorate New York State’s upcoming Memorial Day observance, the state Senate took time to honor current and former military service members, and especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice - Please Click Here for Full Story
March 14, 2011 - New York Senate Passes Legislation To Support Veterans - The New York State Senate today passed legislation that would significantly enhance the protection of property, rights and services available to current and former military personnel. The seven bills would build upon the Senate’s ongoing commitment to increase support for veterans and their families - Please Click Here for Full Story
March 14, 2011 - Senate Passes Legislation to Limit Protests at Military Funerals - The New York State Senate today passed legislation (S.3901), sponsored by Senator Lee Zeldin (R,C,I- Shirley), that would limit protests at military funerals. Called “The Specialist Thomas Wilwerth Military Dignity Act,” the proposed law is named for an Iraq War Veteran who lost his life in combat in 2006 - Please Click Here for Full Story
