Bill > A04058

This bill amends the New York Social Services Law to allow social services officials to deny, suspend, or discontinue public assistance or care if an applicant or recipient fails to participate in three consecutive scheduled interviews. Under the proposed legislation, if a person receiving or applying for public assistance does not show up for three scheduled interviews with a social services official, the official can halt their benefits until the individual completes an interview. The bill provides flexibility by allowing interviews to be conducted via phone or digital means at the applicant's request, but maintains the requirement that recipients must engage with social services officials to continue receiving assistance. This change aims to ensure that individuals receiving public benefits actively participate in the application and review process, potentially improving accountability and communication between social service agencies and their clients.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4058