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History
- Substituted by A10258
- Ordered to third reading cal.1516
- Reported and committed to rules
- Referred to veterans, homeland security and military affairs
Companion bill
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Requires the division of veterans' affairs to establish, operate and maintain a free mobile application
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Michael Blake
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Title of bill
An act to amend the executive law, in relation to a free mobile application established, operated and maintained by the division of veterans' affairs
Purpose
Requires the Division of Veterans' Affairs to establish, operate and maintain a free mobile application.
Summary of provisions
Section 1: Adds subdivision 14-a to section 353 of the executive law.
Section 2: Sets the effective date at immediately.
Justification
As the technology changes, it is important that state agencies, such as the Division of Veterans' Affairs, keep up to date on methods of delivery of important information to the public. An app will provide veterans and their families with accessible material about federal and state Veterans' benefits, programs and services including employment, healthcare and education.
Legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
Minimal.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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