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NY A05110
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2015
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Goodell
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AI Summary
- Prohibits public assistance for individuals ages 5 to 35 without a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma unless they are enrolled and participating in good faith toward obtaining one
- Exempts individuals determined by medical, psychiatric, or other appropriate professionals to lack capacity to complete such education
- Allows local social services districts to determine exemptions based on employment background, job training, career credentials, work skills, health, disability, lack of available programs, or other practical or cost-effectiveness factors
- Grants the Commissioner of the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance authority to promulgate regulations for implementation
- Takes effect 120 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Relates to requiring participation in education programs leading to a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma for those seeking public assistance.
Last Action
held for consideration in social services
6/2/2016
Committee Referrals
Social Services2/12/2015
Full Bill Text
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