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NY A02838

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/18/2013

Primary Sponsor

Keith Wright

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Origin

Assembly

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Increases the income threshold for emergency rent arrears assistance from 125% to 200% of the federal poverty line for persons without other assistance program eligibility
  • Extends repayment period for assistance from 12 months to 18 months for persons with net household income exceeding 200% of the federal poverty line
  • Removes the requirement that recipients demonstrate ability to meet the terms of repayment agreements
  • Applies changes to assistance for rent arrears, property taxes, and mortgage arrears provided by local districts
  • Effective date: January 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Increases the availability of emergency rent arrears assistance to include grants for individuals at 200% or less of the poverty line; provides such assistance to persons who exceed 200% of the poverty line if they sign a repayment agreement; extends the repayment schedule to 18 months and removes the requirement that proof be given that loan can be repaid.

Last Action

referred to social services

1/8/2014

Committee Referrals

Social Services1/18/2013

Full Bill Text

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