The fourth bill (S.1853 (Croci)/A.6038 (Dinowitz)), requires the New York Department of State and Division of Military and Naval Affairs to maintain a public list of all not-for-profit corporations that solicit funds on behalf of the armed forces. Current law requires the Adjutant General of the New York National Guard to sign off on any not-for-profit that solicits funds or other benefits for the armed forces of the United States, a foreign country, or the auxiliaries of any state. Making this information publicly available will help New Yorkers, who wish to make donations to not-for-profits incorporated for the purpose of supporting our armed forces, ensure that they are donating to approved organizations.

The final bill (S5540 (Lazna)/A7506 (DenDekker)) directs the New York State Office of General Services to place POW/MIA chair and plaque in the State Capitol to memorialize the thousands of service members who remain unaccounted for since World War I. This dedication serves as just one way to remember the brave Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines who have been held captive or never returned home from war. The memorial chair and plaque will be placed in the Capitol’s first floor lobby near the State Street entrance.

Senator Diane J. Savino said, "New York is home to some of the bravest service members in the nation and in addition to residents suffering from PTSD due to other traumatic experiences, this legislation will ensure that everyone receives the effective treatment they deserve. I commend Governor Cuomo for taking action to support our residents and veterans, and signing legislation that will help remedy a number of serious conditions affecting New Yorkers in communities across the state.”



Senator Andrew Lanza said, “The brave men and women who put their lives on the line in service to their country face immeasurable dangers each and every day, and because of that danger, some of them don’t return home. This empty chair and plaque will serve as a dedicated space in the State Capitol to memorialize POW/MIA soldiers who gave everything to protect Americans. I thank Governor Cuomo for signing this bill into law, ensuring that this small token of gratitude is available for New Yorkers to come to the Capitol lobby and pay their respects to our prisoners of war and solders missing in action.”



Assembly Health Committee Chair Richard N. Gottfried said, "It is our duty to help veterans transition home, including those suffering from PTSD. With many New Yorkers struggling with the effects of this condition, I commend the Governor for signing this bill to provide access to treatment that works. Men and women who have lived through traumatic events will now have the means to live a quality life, and I thank Governor Cuomo for making this a reality.”