Establishes the hire a vet grant program; provides grants to municipalities where a veteran is hired and employed, for not less than twelve continuous and uninterrupted months in a full-time or part-time position.
Summary
Bill S06005 aims to establish a 'hire a vet' grant program in New York, allowing municipalities to receive financial grants when they hire qualified veterans for at least twelve months. The grant amount is based on the wages paid to the veteran, with a higher percentage for disabled veterans. The program is designed to incentivize local governments to employ veterans, thereby supporting their reintegration into civilian life and workforce participation. The bill outlines specific eligibility criteria for both the municipalities and the veterans, ensuring that the program targets those who have served honorably in the military.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will amend the veterans' services law in New York by introducing a new grant program specifically for municipalities that hire veterans. It will provide financial support to local governments, potentially increasing employment opportunities for veterans and promoting their contributions to the community. The bill sets clear guidelines for eligibility and grant amounts, which will impact local hiring practices and may influence the overall employment landscape for veterans in the state.
Sentiment
The sentiment around Bill S06005 appears to be positive, as indicated by the unanimous support in committee votes, with 9 yeas and no nays during two separate committee meetings. This suggests a strong bipartisan agreement on the importance of supporting veterans through employment opportunities and financial incentives for municipalities.
Contention
While there is broad support for the bill, potential points of contention may arise regarding the funding and sustainability of the grant program, particularly after its expiration date in 2029. Some stakeholders may express concerns about the long-term financial implications for municipalities and whether the program will effectively meet the needs of veterans. Additionally, there may be discussions about the adequacy of the eligibility criteria and whether they sufficiently encompass all veterans who could benefit from such a program.
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Establishes the hire a vet grant program; provides grants to municipalities where a veteran is hired and employed, for not less than twelve continuous and uninterrupted months in a full-time or part-time position.
Establishes the hire a vet grant program; provides grants to municipalities where a veteran is hired and employed, for not less than twelve continuous and uninterrupted months in a full-time or part-time position.
Establishes the hire a vet grant program; provides grants to municipalities where a veteran is hired and employed, for not less than twelve continuous and uninterrupted months in a full-time or part-time position.
Establishes the hire a vet grant program; provides grants to municipalities where a veteran is hired and employed, for not less than twelve continuous and uninterrupted months in a full-time or part-time position.
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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.
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In State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, further providing for Veterans' Trust Fund; in veterans' organizations, further providing for grants to veterans' service officer programs and providing for veterans' claims assistance standards; and imposing penalties.