Draft:New York State Veterans Hall of Fame

The New York State Veterans Hall of Fame is a prestigious recognition program established by the New York State Senate. It honors and celebrates outstanding veterans from the Empire State who have significantly contributed to their nation during military service and continued to serve their communities in civilian life. The Hall of Fame stands as a testament to the bravery, sacrifice, and commitment of New York's veterans, acknowledging their meritorious service and continued contributions to public service, community leadership, and various professional fields.

Establishment
The New York State Veterans Hall of Fame was originally launched in the summer of 2005 after calls from former NYS Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. and other Long Island colleagues in the NYS Senate with a 2005 induction class of 31 honorees. The following years from 2006-2009 inducted only a combined total of 10 honorees. It was then re-launched on June 1st, 2010, by then NYS Senator and Chair of the Committee on Veterans, Homeland Security, and Military Affairs, Eric Adams. Since its re-launch, the NYS Veterans Hall of Fame has inducted 45-60 Veterans annually from across the state.