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NY A04357
Bill
Status
2/2/2017
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Goodell
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AI Summary
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Requires public assistance recipients between ages 5 and 35 to have a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma, or be enrolled and actively participating in a program to obtain one
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Allows exemptions if a medical, psychiatric, or other professional determines the person lacks capacity to complete the program
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Allows exemptions if the local social services district determines the educational program is not practical or cost-effective based on employment background, job training, career credentials, work skills, health, disability, lack of available programs, or other factors
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Authorizes the Commissioner of Temporary and Disability Assistance to promulgate regulations for implementation
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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
4/24/2018