New York S06726 expands the definition of "veteran" and "non-disabled veteran" to include spouses and children of service members killed in the line.

New York S06726 amends the civil service law to expand the definition of "veteran" and "non-disabled veteran" to include the spouse and/or children of a member of the armed forces who served in time of war and was killed in the line of duty. This change allows these family members to receive additional credit in competitive examinations. The bill also maintains the existing definitions for veterans who were honorably discharged or released under honorable circumstances, including those with qualifying conditions or those who are discharged LGBT veterans.

New York S06726 expands the definition of "veteran" and "non-disabled veteran" to include spouses and children of service members killed in the line.

New York S06726 amends the civil service law to expand the definition of "veteran" and "non-disabled veteran" to include the spouse and/or children of a member of the armed forces who served in time of war and was killed in the line of duty. This change allows these family members to receive additional credit in competitive examinations. The bill also maintains the existing definitions for veterans who were honorably discharged or released under honorable circumstances, including those with qualifying conditions or those who are discharged LGBT veterans.