New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 8699: Relates to the recruitment incentive and retention program for members of the New York state organized militia; repealer
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 8699 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 7, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to the recruitment incentive and retention program for members of the New York state organized militia; repealer. Primary sponsor: Joe Griffo (Republican/Conservative). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Includes New York guard members to the recruitment incentive and retention program for members of the New York state organized militia; permits tuition benefits for post-graduate study.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Griffo | Primary sponsor | Republican/Conservative | Senate | 53 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION