Bill > S08069

This bill amends the Executive Law to expand the duties of the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) ombudsperson by adding a new responsibility to hear grievances and complaints and participate in administrative hearings related to child day care licenses. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 523-c of the Executive Law to include an eighth duty for the ombudsperson, which involves addressing administrative hearings concerning child day care licenses issued under Section 390 of the Social Services Law. The change builds upon the ombudsperson's existing responsibilities, which already include presenting significant complaints from youth in OCFS facilities to the commissioner and reviewing office procedures with a focus on youth rights, safety, and development. By adding this new duty, the bill aims to enhance the ombudsperson's role in overseeing and addressing issues related to child day care licensing, potentially providing an additional layer of oversight and support for children and families.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8069