Senator Kevin Parker’s Bill To Combat Homelessness Among Veterans Signed Into Law

Albany, N.Y.  — Today, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law State Senator Kevin Parker’s legislation to authorize a study on the prevalence of homelessness amongst veterans. The findings of the report will then be used to develop and implement real solutions to keep returning servicemen safe and in their homes. 

Senator Parker stated: “It is our obligation to make sure that we are well informed of  how many veterans here in New York struggle with homelessness so that we are equipped to do all we can to address this growing problem.  Supportive wraparound services are extremely important for our vets and we must stay abreast of their evolving needs so that we can adequately address them. I applaud Governor Cuomo  and my colleagues in the Legislature for their support of a thorough study that will inform our decision making going forward.”

“On this Veterans Day, we must renew our commitment to improving the quality of life for our Veterans. They protect the freedoms and liberties we enjoy as Americans everyday, and its only right  that we do all we can to support them when they return home. The more stability we ensure for our vets, the greater value we reap as a society through their mentorship and civic engagement," concluded Senator Parker

About Senator Kevin Parker:

Senator Kevin Parker represents Brooklyn’s ethnically diverse 21st Senate District comprised of sections of Flatbush, East Flatbush, Midwood, Ditmas Park, Kensington, Windsor Terrace, and Park Slope.  A lifelong Brooklyn resident, Senator Parker has the honor of serving his community as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Telecommunications, and on the Senate Standing Committees on Finance; Rules; Alcoholism & Substance Abuse; Insurance; and Banks.

For more information on Senator Parker, please visit www.nysenate.gov/senators/kevin-s-parker