Bill > A05128

This bill amends the executive law to expedite and clarify the distribution of state funds for the Supervision and Treatment Services for Juveniles (STSJ) program. Specifically, the bill requires that eligible municipalities receive funding equivalent to at least their last approved STSJ program plan on an annual basis, regardless of whether they submit a new program plan in the current year. The funding is intended to support diversion services for youth at risk of, alleged to be, or adjudicated as juvenile delinquents, youthful offenders, or adolescent offenders, with the goal of preventing their placement in detention or residential care. Importantly, the bill mandates that at least 50% of the allocated funds must be provided to community-based organizations working directly with these youth. The bill takes effect immediately and applies to state fund distributions for the STSJ program from its effective date forward, ensuring more consistent and predictable funding for local juvenile intervention and support services.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5128