Bill > S09061

This bill amends the Social Services Law to modify provisions related to conciliation and non-compliance with public assistance employment requirements. Key changes include: repealing sections 341 and 342 of the law and replacing them with new sections 341 and 342; establishing a conciliation process for resolving disputes related to an individual's participation in work activities; clarifying good cause exemptions for non-compliance, such as lack of available childcare; and specifying procedures for pro-rata reductions in public assistance benefits if an individual fails to comply without good cause. The bill also makes amendments to section 332-b related to fair hearing rights for disability determinations. The changes are intended to provide clearer processes and protections for public assistance recipients subject to work requirements.