New York A06837 amends the civil service law to allow up to 5,000 positions to be filled by persons with disabilities and 2,000 by disabled veterans.

New York A06837 amends the civil service law to allow the state civil service commission to designate up to 5,000 positions for individuals with physical or mental disabilities and up to 2,000 positions for disabled veterans and veterans with disabilities. These positions can be filled on a full-time or part-time basis. The bill prioritizes certification and referral for veterans who received a wound in combat, as documented by the awarding of the Purple Heart. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York A06837 amends the civil service law to allow up to 5,000 positions to be filled by persons with disabilities and 2,000 by disabled veterans.

New York A06837 amends the civil service law to allow the state civil service commission to designate up to 5,000 positions for individuals with physical or mental disabilities and up to 2,000 positions for disabled veterans and veterans with disabilities. These positions can be filled on a full-time or part-time basis. The bill prioritizes certification and referral for veterans who received a wound in combat, as documented by the awarding of the Purple Heart. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.