New York is now officially a Purple Heart state.<\/p>\n
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation recognizing combat veterans for their service and sacrifice.<\/p>\n
The new law is part of a larger Veterans Day package that also expands job opportunities for disabled veterans and protects benefits from fraud.<\/p>\n
State leaders said it is a way to ensure New York honors its heroes not just in words, but through actions that make a difference every day.<\/p>\n
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