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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
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The term “person” includes a partnership, corporation, or an association.
The term “administration” means the United States veterans' administration or its successor.
The terms “estate” and “income” shall include only moneys received by the guardian from the administration and all earnings, interest, and profits derived therefrom.
The term “benefits” shall mean all moneys payable by the United States through the administration.
The term “director” means the director of the United States veterans' administration or his successor.
The term “ward” means a beneficiary of the administration.
The term “guardian” as used herein shall mean any person acting as a fiduciary for a ward.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Mental Hygiene Law - MHY § 79.01 Definitions - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/mental-hygiene-law/mhy-sect-79-01/
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