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NY A05512

NY A05512
Prohibits requiring that an individual have a court proceeding initiated against him or her in order to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance.


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Introduced
03/15/2023
In Committee
05/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the social services law, in relation to prohibiting the requirement that a court proceeding has been initiated against an individual in order for such individual to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance

AI Summary

This bill amends the Social Services Law to prohibit requiring that a court proceeding has been initiated against an individual in order for that individual to qualify for a rent arrears grant or ongoing rental assistance. This means that individuals seeking these types of financial assistance will no longer need to have a court case initiated against them as a prerequisite, making the application process more accessible.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

ordered to third reading rules cal.46 (on 05/15/2024)

Taxonomy

Community Development and Housing Issues
  • ‐ Housing and Community Development for Low and Middle Income Persons
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Poverty and Assistance for Low-Income Families

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