Bill > A00824

This bill amends the real property tax law to require the entity administering the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated properties occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities to provide enhanced language access services. Specifically, the bill mandates that the administrative entity must: (1) translate program documents, including forms and instructions, into the six most common non-English languages spoken in the municipality; (2) offer interpretation services upon request, allowing individuals to communicate with the program administrators in their primary language; and (3) provide additional assistance for individuals with disabilities such as deafness, blindness, speech impediments, or cognitive impairments. These requirements aim to improve accessibility and ensure that individuals with limited English proficiency or specific communication needs can fully understand and participate in the tax abatement program. The bill takes effect immediately, requiring prompt implementation of these language access services.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A824