New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A07927

Introduced
4/15/25  

Caption

Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to examine and conduct a study on the availability of campus services, programs and resources for veteran students.

Impact

The impact of this bill if passed would be significant as it seeks to create a structured approach to evaluating the necessary resources for veterans. By identifying existing academic, financial, and personal counseling services available, the law intends to ensure that veteran students receive adequate support tailored to their unique needs. Furthermore, it establishes a framework for accountability by requiring a report on findings and recommendations to be submitted to state governance after the study is completed.

Summary

Bill A07927 mandates the State University of New York (SUNY) and the City University of New York (CUNY) to conduct a comprehensive examination and study regarding the availability of services, programs, and resources tailored for veteran students. This bill is introduced to assess the current landscape of support available to veterans attending these institutions, aiming to enhance their educational experience and transition process from military to academic life.

Contention

While there may be general support for improving resources for veteran students, potential points of contention could arise regarding the implementation and funding of these initiatives. There might be concerns over whether existing resources can be expanded efficiently or if new allocations will be necessary, which could lead to budgetary debates within the state government. Additionally, the adequacy of existing campus services and whether they are sufficient to meet the needs of the influx of veterans could be contentious topics during the study process.

Companion Bills

NY S03767

Same As Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to examine and conduct a study on the availability of campus services, programs and resources for veteran students.

Previously Filed As

NY S05241

Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to examine and conduct a study on the availability of campus services, programs and resources for veteran students.

NY A07721

Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to examine and conduct a study on the availability of campus services, programs and resources for veteran students.

NY A00034

Designates campuses which are operated by the state university of New York or the city university of New York as early voting sites and polling sites.

NY A06497

Requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York provide access to contraceptive drugs and devices.

NY S03606

Modifies the term "reportable business relationship" as it relates to certain employees of the state university of New York and the city university of New York where their only form of state employment is with the state university of New York or city university of New York.

NY S04076

Relates to establishing the state university of New York and city university of New York endowment fund.

NY A03249

Requires the establishment of a composting program at the state university of New York, the city university of New York and institutions subject to the jurisdiction of SUNY or CUNY.

NY S05713

Requires the establishment of a composting program at the state university of New York, the city university of New York and institutions subject to the jurisdiction of SUNY or CUNY.

NY S09093

Requires the city university of New York and state university of New York have education programs for prospective teachers, administrators, and counselors for teaching immigrant-origin students that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion, and is multilingual.

NY A09787

Requires the state university of New York to examine and conduct a study on the creation of a designated equity-centered honors college for the state university college at Geneseo for all attending students; requires a report on the findings of such study to be submitted within 180 days of the effective date.

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