Morano asks about Local Law 4 implementation
Morano asks how DVS has implemented Local Law 4 of 2022, which requires DVS to assist LGBTQ+ veterans seeking discharge upgrades. Nicole describes partnerships with VAP and NILAG, timely referrals, and plans for more direct outreach to contractors.
You brought up, Ms.
Orlando, Local Law 4.
Local Law 4, for people that may not know, requires DVS to assist LGBTQ plus veterans seeking discharge characterization upgrades.
Specifically, how has DVS,
implemented this law?
Thank you for the question.
So we maintain very strong partnerships with VAP and with NILAG to ensure that the veterans that we're referring over that may come to our office are getting
connected appropriately in a timely fashion, are getting access to that support, as well as for us making sure that we're continuing to promote the services, to your point, for people that may not know that that is an option,
as well as we're looking to explore in the future how we can do more outreach and engagement directly with the contractors to ensure that people are aware of the services.