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NY A09165

NY A09165
Directs the office of temporary and disability assistance to promulgate rules and regulations requiring quarterly inspections of homeless shelters.


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Introduced
02/08/2024
In Committee
02/08/2024
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 requiring quarterly inspections of homeless shelters

AI Summary

This bill amends the Social Services Law to require the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to promulgate rules and regulations that mandate the Department or local social services district conduct a minimum of four full, unannounced inspections of each facility used to shelter homeless persons within the state, with at least one full inspection performed each quarter. The purpose of this bill is to ensure more frequent and thorough oversight of homeless shelters in New York to protect the health and safety of those residing in these facilities.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

referred to social services (on 02/08/2024)

Bill Topics

Community Development and Housing Issues
  • ‐ Homelessness

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