Bill > S06468

This bill amends the New York Social Services Law to enhance employment and training opportunities for individuals in public assistance programs by introducing new definitions and requirements. The bill defines "nontraditional employment" as occupations where one gender comprises less than 25% of workers, and "sustainable wage" as a salary at least 185% of the poverty line, adjusted for regional factors. It requires local employment plans to strongly consider training for sustainable wage jobs and nontraditional employment opportunities for participants with a high school diploma or GED. The bill mandates that employability plans developed by social services officials take into account participants' preferences while ensuring consistency with federal and state work participation requirements. The plans must also consider the potential for employment that provides a sustainable wage for individuals who have completed high school or obtained a GED. These changes aim to provide more comprehensive and targeted employment support for public assistance participants, helping them secure higher-paying and potentially non-traditional career paths. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law and will apply to employability plans made or updated after that date.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6468