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NY S02755

NY S02755
Establishes the child poverty reduction advisory council to effectuate a fifty percent reduction of child poverty in the state within ten years.

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Introduced
01/25/2021
In Committee
06/07/2021
Crossed Over
06/10/2021
Passed
11/19/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/01/2021

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the child poverty reduction act and establishing an advisory council to effectuate a reduction in child poverty in the state; to amend the state finance law, in relation to requiring periodic reports on the state's progress in reducing child poverty and evaluating the effects adjustments or reductions to the state budget will have on reducing child poverty in New York state; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council to effectuate a 50% reduction in child poverty in New York State within 10 years. The council will develop a timeline and benchmarks, review policy proposals, investigate the effects of these policies, and make recommendations to the legislature. The bill requires the council to release reports on the state's progress in reducing child poverty and analyze the impact of the state budget on this goal. The council will also collaborate with experts and conduct public hearings to gather input. The legislature may then prioritize the implementation of programs and services based on the council's recommendations.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

APPROVAL MEMO.51 (on 12/01/2021)
(1 Companion Bills)

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