The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (webapps.dol.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- USERRA AdvisorVeterans, employers, and employees who need help understanding rights, obligations, benefits and remedies under USERRA.
- USERRA claim eligibility and electronic claim submissionUsers who want to learn about USERRA claim eligibility and submit a claim electronically.
- Technical assistance prior to filing an official claimUsers seeking help from ESGR and VETS staff before filing an official USERRA claim.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to New York veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness; some programs also serve very low-income veteran families. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (webapps.dol.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Open the USERRA Advisor.
- Use the Advisor to learn about USERRA claim eligibility.
- Get technical assistance from ESGR or VETS staff before filing an official claim if needed.
- Submit a claim electronically through the section in the Advisor for filing claims.
What to expect
The page states ESGR and VETS staff are available to provide technical assistance prior to filing an official claim. The Advisor includes a section to learn about claim eligibility and submit a claim electronically.
Contact
- Serves all of New York
Next step
See every New York program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: Official government website (webapps.dol.gov). Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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