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NY A03812
Bill
Status
1/30/2017
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrion Aubry
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AI Summary
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Repeals subdivision 8 of section 153 of the social services law relating to public assistance applications.
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Requires local social services districts to make decisions on public assistance applications within 30 days of submission, except when applicants request additional time or verification difficulties cause delays beyond officials' control.
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Changes the deadline for determining eligibility for safety net assistance from 45 days to 30 days after receiving an application.
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Removes the provision that safety net assistance provided to children during the first 45 days after application is regarded as emergency assistance.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires a local social services district to accept or deny an application for public assistance as soon as possible but no later than thirty days after the date of the application.
Last Action
referred to social services
1/3/2018