Relates to establishing a hazardous substance exposure registry

Summary

The bill requires the state’s Department of Veterans' Services to identify current and former military installations in New York where service members, veterans, or their families may have been exposed to hazardous substances. It establishes a confidential registry for those individuals to record exposure details, health conditions, and contact information, and mandates a public education program about available federal health registries and disability benefits. The goal is to inform affected persons and support advocacy for recognition of related health issues.

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