Amy Paulin's Bill to Assist Combat Veterans Signed by Governor

By Office of Assemblywoman Amy Paulin
Nov. 15, 2017: Legislation authored by Assemblywoman Amy Paulin (D-88) was signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo on November 11, 2017.
The bill affords combat veterans who are employed by the state with additional days of leave in order to obtain health services, counseling, and access to other services.
“Many members of our military are required to engage in combat during service, placing their lives on the line for the safety and protection of the citizens of our country,” Paulin said. “The experiences of combat can take their toll on these men and women, both physically and emotionally. To afford these brave men and women with a minimal amount of additional leave for health-care-related services including counseling is reasonable and sound public policy.
“Taking these small steps to assist our men and women in the military will allow them to more effectively assimilate back into society and positions of public employment.”
Thomas Croci (R-3) sponsored the bill in the Senate.
Pictured here: Assemblywoman Amy Paulin.
Photo courtesy Office of Assemblywoman Amy Paulin






