S04529Introduced in the Senate
Provides that the attorney general, in consultation with the adjutant general and the chair of the board of trustees of the New York interest on lawyer account fund, establish a military pro bono program to provide legal assistance without charge to those in active military service of the United States and those military personnel who have been deployed for active duty other than training, and their family members domiciled or stationed in the state; makes related provisions.
Introduced by Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, District 23
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Provides that the attorney general, in consultation with the adjutant general and the chair of the board of trustees of the New York interest on lawyer account fund, establish a military pro bono program to provide legal assistance without charge to those in active military service of the United States and those military personnel who have been deployed for active duty other than training, and their family members domiciled or stationed in the state; makes related provisions.
Where it stands
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
March 17, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Veterans, Homeland Security And Military Affairs Committee Vote · March 17, 2026
9
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Alexis Weik | 8 | Yes |
| James Sanders | 10 | Yes |
| Joseph Addabbo | 15 | Yes |
| Jessica Scarcella-Spanton | 23 | Yes |
| Jose Serrano | 29 | Yes |
| Peter Harckham | 40 | Yes |
| Jacob Ashby | 43 | Yes |
| Daniel Stec | 45 | Yes |
| April Baskin | 63 | Yes |
Bill history
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