Bill > S00113

This bill amends the New York State Social Services Law to increase monthly public assistance allowances for individuals and families residing in specific types of shelters or temporary housing that provide three meals per day. The bill introduces a new provision that mandates social services officials to provide public assistance based on a detailed schedule of monthly allowances that varies by household size. For a single-person household, the monthly allowance would be $366.20, increasing to $1,428.40 for a six-person household, with an additional $195.00 per month for each additional eligible person beyond six. This change aims to provide more financial support for people living in shelters or temporary housing situations, ensuring that individuals and families receiving temporary housing assistance with meals can receive appropriate public assistance. The new provisions will take effect on the first of April following the bill's enactment into law.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S113