Bill > A00735

This bill expands the age range for rent subsidies available to youth who have been discharged from the foster care system, increasing the maximum age from the current limit to twenty-four years old. Currently, rent subsidies are available through social services agencies to help former foster youth secure adequate housing, with a maximum monthly subsidy of $725 and a maximum duration of three years. The bill modifies two sections of the social services law to explicitly allow these rent subsidies to be provided to youth up to age twenty-four who have been discharged from foster care. The goal is to provide additional housing support for young adults transitioning out of the foster care system, recognizing that these individuals often face significant challenges in establishing independent living arrangements. The rent subsidy can be used for rent payments, including rent arrears, and does not restrict the recipient from living with roommates. The legislation aims to provide a critical support mechanism to help former foster youth achieve housing stability during their early adult years.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A735