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NY S01303

Bill

Status

Passed

9/23/2011

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Duane

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the state office for the aging's annual reporting requirements to include recommendations for expanding service programs for traditionally underserved elderly populations, including those based on race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, marital status, disability, familial status, and language.

  • Requires the office to assess the progress, problems, and effectiveness of services delivered to traditionally underserved aged populations through its administered programs.

  • Mandates inclusion of a specific report section on the needs of traditionally underserved aged populations in the annual report to the governor and legislature.

  • Authorizes the office director to establish grants to not-for-profit organizations through a request for proposal process to provide training, outreach, and education to agencies and entities serving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender senior populations.

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Requires the state office for the aging to report on the delivery of services to and needs of traditionally underserved populations in their annual report to the governor and legislature.

Last Action

SIGNED CHAP.547

9/23/2011

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means6/14/2011
Rules6/11/2011
Aging1/6/2011

Full Bill Text

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