Bill > A04467

This bill amends the New York Social Services Law to clarify and expand reimbursement provisions for residential domestic violence programs. Specifically, the bill modifies how social services districts reimburse residential programs that provide emergency shelter and services to domestic violence victims. The key change is that local social services districts and residential domestic violence programs will now be reimbursed at 100% for additional costs incurred due to certain 2019 amendments. The bill ensures that these reimbursement funds will not reduce other state service expenditures eligible under federal social security act Title XX. The reimbursement rate will continue to be established annually by the department, subject to budget director approval, and will be calculated by reducing the daily reimbursement rate by any other state or federal funds available. The bill is set to take effect on April 1, 2026, providing clarity and financial support for domestic violence service providers.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4467