Bill > S01127

This bill amends the social services law to increase the standards of monthly need and home energy grant amounts for individuals and families receiving public assistance. Specifically, the bill introduces two distinct periods: one from October 2012 to June 2025, and another beginning July 2025. During the first period, the standard monthly need for a household ranges from $158 to $617 depending on the number of people, with an additional $85 per extra person. Starting July 2025, these amounts will double, ranging from $316 to $1,234, with an additional $282 per extra person. Similarly, home energy grants will also increase, with the first period offering grants between $14.10 and $55.20, and the second period offering grants between $28.20 and $110.40. The bill also includes a provision for annual cost of living adjustments based on federal social security administration calculations, ensuring that these assistance amounts keep pace with inflation. These changes aim to provide more financial support to low-income households by increasing the standard of monthly need and home energy assistance.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1127