Bill > S00442

This bill modifies the Social Services Law to provide enhanced support for individuals living with medically diagnosed HIV infection. It makes several key changes: first, it adjusts how income is calculated for HIV-positive individuals receiving public assistance, ensuring they are not required to pay more than 30% of their monthly income toward rent if their income is up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Second, the bill mandates that social service districts provide emergency shelter, transportation, and nutrition payments to HIV-positive individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, including allowing emergency shelter allowance payments up to 110% of fair market rent. Additionally, the bill requires local social service districts to assist HIV-positive individuals by helping them secure documentation, arrange interviews, and provide referrals to services. The state office, in collaboration with the Department of Health, must also maintain and update a comprehensive online resource guide for HIV-related services and supports. Furthermore, the bill ensures that social services districts with populations of 5 million or fewer will receive 100% reimbursement for these expanded HIV support services. These provisions aim to provide more comprehensive and flexible support for individuals living with HIV, helping them maintain independent living arrangements and access necessary resources.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S442