Bill > A02572

This bill amends the New York state social services law to exempt income earned through specific job training and adult education programs from being counted when determining eligibility for public assistance. Specifically, the bill provides that all income earned by a head of household or household member who is receiving or applying for public assistance, which is derived from participation in programs under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) or other public assistance employment and training programs, will be disregarded for eligibility calculations. This income exemption is limited to a maximum of six consecutive months following the month in which the person completes a qualifying job training or adult education program. The goal appears to be supporting individuals who are improving their employment skills by ensuring their efforts to gain training or education do not negatively impact their access to necessary public assistance benefits, thereby encouraging workforce development and economic mobility.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2572