New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 5855: Establishes a supplemental burial allowance for certain first responders

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

Plain-language summary

S 5855 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes a supplemental burial allowance for certain first responders. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic).