Bill > S03152

This bill establishes a pilot housing advocate program specifically for Monroe County, New York, designed to support county residents by providing critical housing-related assistance. The program will offer information and resources to current and prospective tenants on various housing issues, including help with securing housing, navigating eviction matters, resolving conflicts with landlords, and other housing-related concerns. The housing advocate will also provide referrals to legal assistance and social service providers when necessary. The program will collaborate with local housing organizations, advocacy groups, and housing courts, and will be required to conduct workshops or forums at least twice a year to educate residents about housing-related matters and provide relevant resources. The pilot program will be funded through specific appropriations, will take effect 30 days after becoming law, and is set to automatically expire and be repealed two years after its effective date, which is typical of pilot program legislation meant to test a new approach to addressing community needs.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3152