Expands the definition of veteran to include members of the NOAA and the Public Health Service commissioned corps; extends benefits to these veterans.

This bill amends the definition of "veteran" to include members of the commissioned corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the commissioned corps of the Public Health Service. It extends eligibility for certain benefits to those who served in these commissioned corps. The bill also modifies the public officers law to include these veterans in the leave of absence with pay for Memorial Day and Veterans' Day. It further adjusts the military law to ensure these veterans are recognized for their service.

Expands the definition of veteran to include members of the NOAA and the Public Health Service commissioned corps; extends benefits to these veterans.

This bill amends the definition of "veteran" to include members of the commissioned corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the commissioned corps of the Public Health Service. It extends eligibility for certain benefits to those who served in these commissioned corps. The bill also modifies the public officers law to include these veterans in the leave of absence with pay for Memorial Day and Veterans' Day. It further adjusts the military law to ensure these veterans are recognized for their service.